{"id":62534,"date":"2015-10-06T14:32:04","date_gmt":"2015-10-06T14:32:04","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/mostafa.openonline.co.uk\/?guid=ac1e824cf09d393182d2b756d82a033c"},"modified":"2015-10-06T14:32:04","modified_gmt":"2015-10-06T14:32:04","slug":"press-release-chair-of-covent-garden-market-authority-reappointed-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mostafa.openonline.co.uk\/?p=62534","title":{"rendered":"Press release: Chair of Covent Garden Market Authority reappointed"},"content":{"rendered":"
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This appointment is for a further three year term, taking effect from 1 February 2016. She initially took up the post in February 2013 and has been instrumental in driving forward the redevelopment of the market. <\/p>\n

The CGMA is a statutory corporation responsible for the operation of New Covent Garden Market. It is sponsored by Defra and led by the CGMA Board, members of which are appointed by the Defra Secretary of State.<\/p>\n

Commenting on her reappointment, Pam said: <\/p>\n

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I\u2019m delighted to be able to continue the work we\u2019re doing with all the market\u2019s stakeholders to retain NCGM\u2019s iconic status at the heart of London\u2019s food sector and ensure the market continues to thrive, supporting local business and UK growers, creating jobs and boosting the capital\u2019s economy.<\/p>\n

NCGM plays a key role in the UK food supply chain and our plans are to create a new food destination to showcase the best of that UK food to Londoners and overseas visitors alike.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

Lord Gardiner, Defra spokesman in the House of Lords, said:<\/p>\n

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It\u2019s fantastic news that Pam is to continue as Chair of the CGMA. Her energy and enthusiasm have driven forward the regeneration project which will create a modern, energy efficient, 21st century market.<\/p>\n

This will not only secure the future of the market and its traders, but benefit the local community with new housing, improved transport links and by attracting new visitors to this vibrant part of London.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

The reappointment has been made in accordance with the Code of Practice issued by the Commissioner for Public Appointments. <\/p>\n

Further information<\/h4>\n