§ Mr. CorbynTo ask the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what representations he has received concerning the merger of North London News and Capital Newspapers; when he expects the report for the Monopolies and Mergers Commission; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. LilleyI have received an application for my consent to the transfer to EMAP plc of a controlling interest in Capital Newspapers Ltd. In this case I have discretion either to refer the matter to the Monopolies and Mergers Commission or to give consent without such a reference. Representations from third parties have been invited but none has yet been received.