§ Mr. Weitzmanasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department what representations he has had from sporting clubs and other bodies about the effects of Regulations issued under the Lotteries Act 1975; and what action he proposes to take in the light of these representations.
§ Dr. SummerskillIn response to our consultative document about regulations under this Act, numerous representations have been received from sporting clubs and other bodies. Their comments will be carefully considered before regulations are drafted and submitted to Parliament for approval.
§ Mr. Weitzmanasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department whether, in issuing Regulations under the Lotteries Act 1975, as proposed in the consultative document issued by his Department, he will ensure that there is strict parity between societies and local authorities, particularly with regard to distribution, advertising and location of sale outlets.
§ Dr. SummerskillAs I made clear during the passage of the Bill—[Standing Committee B, 11th March, c. 39]—our intention is that neither societies nor 438W local authorities should have any discriminatory advantage in these matters.