The Mackem Market, held every Friday inside Sunderland station, features pop-up stalls selling homemade cakes, cards, toys and jewellery. Gemma Niles, an event planner who launched the market last year, said: "It’s a lovely spot. Sunderland station. However, concerns have been raised about vacant units and anti-social behaviour in the area. Councillor Michael Mordey, leader of Sunderland City Council, said: "We’re pleased to see the market's playing a part in animating the entrance to the train station.