§ 37. Mr. Stonehouseasked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food to what extent he expects the improvement in the provision of wholesale fruit and vegetable markets in London to reduce the wholesaling on-cost for perishable foodstuffs and when.
§ Mr. GodberThe new markets at Nine Elms and Heston are due to open early next year. It is difficult to quantify the net effect on distribution costs. The chief benefits to be expected are easier handling and an alleviation of traffic congestion.