§ Sir W. Bromley-Davenportasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department for what reason the chairman of the proposed new Gaming Board has been appointed before the enactment of the new gaming legislation; and whether, before appointing the remaining members of this Board, he will consider the desirability of consulting interested organisations, particularly in the entertainment and tourist industries.
§ Mr. CallaghanSir Stanley Raymond has been designated, but not yet appointed, as Chairman of the Gaming Board to be constituted when the Gaming Bill becomes law. This is so that he may familiarise himself with the duties he will shortly be assuming. I do not consider it appropriate to consult interested organisations about the appointment of the remaining members of this independent Board.