(1) The holder of an exploration licence or a lease may, by notice in writing to another person, consent to the other person applying, either alone or in conjunction with the holder, for a retention licence that is to relate to both (a) a mineral, or a category of minerals, specified in an exploration licence or lease; and(b) any area of land comprised in that exploration licence or lease.(2) A person to whom a notice of consent is given under subsection (1) is to provide the Registrar with a copy of that notice within 14 days of the date of the notice.