HC Deb 27 November 1952 vol 508 cc81-2W
96. Mr. Parker

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department what counties in England and Wales permit the Sunday opening of cinemas.

Sir D. Maxwell Fyfe

Many county councils have delegated their licensing powers to other authorities; there is power to permit Sunday opening in parts, or in a few cases, the whole, of every county in England except Westmorland, and in a few areas in Brecknock, Flint, Glamorgan and Radnor.

97. Mr. Parker

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department what sums have been paid from the takings of cinemas open on Sundays, in each of the last three years, to charity and to the Cinematograph Fund, respectively.

Sir D. Maxwell Fyfe

Approximately £400,000 and £21,800 respectively in each year.

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