HC Deb 27 October 1970 vol 805 c31W
Mr. Redmond

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer what is the present average yearly amount of Government money placed in betting shops by customs officers to ensure that betting duty is not evaded; and to what extent Government bets have provided losses or profits up to date.

Mr. Higgins

About £95,000, of which approximately 80 per cent. is recovered as winnings.