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For more on marking an answer as the "Best Answer", please visit our FAQ.Really depends on the Gas Fitter - some will, some won't. I suspect some of that is dependent upon the ability of the Fitter to work with lead - some simply don't know how or are out of practice.
If the existing pipework is in good enough condition there is no reason why a small section of copper can't be 'sweated' on for the cooker connection.