HC Deb 08 May 1990 vol 172 c29W
Mr. Pendry

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department what steps have been taken towards establishing the Football Licensing Authority.

Mr. John Patten

Responsibility for the establishment of the Football Licensing Authority has been transferred to the Home Office. My right hon. and learned Friend made a commencement order under the Football Spectators Act 1989 on 21 March providing for the Football Licensing Authority to be set up from 1 June 1990.

Mr. Pendry

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department when the chairman and members of the Football Licensing Authority will be appointed.

Mr. John Patten

Appointments to the Football Licensing Authority will be made as soon as possible.

Mr. Pendry

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department what date has been set for the commencement of operation of the Football Licensing Authority.

Mr. John Patten

The Football Licensing Authority will begin its operation as soon as possible.