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Mr. Linton
To ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food when he expects the Covent Garden Market Authority to begin negotiations with market tenants concerning new leases. [79998]
Mr. Nick Brown
It is clear from the legislation which set up the Covent Garden Market Authority that is for the Authority to determine the length of leases offered to market tenants. I understand that the Authority will shortly begin negotiations on a basis which best meets the needs of the Market.We will shortly be beginning discussions with all those with an interest on the future of the market.