HC Deb 27 June 1927 vol 208 c49W
Colonel DAY

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer how many prosecutions have been instituted by the Inland Revenue authorities against persons for carrying on the business of bookmakers without a licence in contravention of the Finance Act, 1926?

Mr. McNEILL

Up to 31st May, 139 persons were prosecuted for carrying on business as a bookmaker without having in force a proper certificate.