§ 59. Sir C. Osborneasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department what is the total number of betting shops that have been licensed; if he will introduce legislation to stop all further licences; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. George ThomasOn 1st June, 1964, the latest date for which figures are available, the total number of betting offices in Great Britain was 15,025. My right hon. and learned Friend is keeping this matter under review, but he has no proposals at present for amending legislation.