§ 31. Mr. DAYasked the Home Secretary whether his attention has been drawn to the conviction of a printer at the Guildhall, on Tuesday, 20th May, for aiding and abetting the organisers of the Essex Sports Club eighth annual sweepstake by the printing of tickets; and will he consider the appointment of a committee to investigate the lottery law for the purpose of introducing legislation to clarify the whole position?
§ Mr. CLYNESMy attention had not been called to the case. I have obtained a report, and I find nothing in the facts to point to the setting up of a committee.
§ Mr. DAYCan my right hon. Friend say whether in a recent case the police stated that there was no suggestion of any improper sale or conduct of a sweepstake, although the people were prose cuted?
§ Mr. CLYNESI could not answer without the complete details being brought to my notice.
§ Mr. CLYNESCertainly.