§ Sir W. Darlingasked the Minister of Food if he is aware that the wholesale fruit and vegetable markets in the city of Edinburgh have, since the war, been compelled to transact their business in the street as a result of the requistioning and retention of their market by his Department; and when he intends to release their premises for the conduct of their business.
§ Sir B. Smith:My Department does not hold any market premises in Edinburgh under requisitioning powers. A market in Cranston Street, which was built before the war for use as a fruit and vegetable 132W market, but was never so used, is at present held under a tenancy agreement and is used as a food store and distribution depot. I will gladly arrange to terminate the tenancy of this market when alternative accommodation becomes available.