§ Mr. Michael McNair-Wilsonasked the Secretary of State for the Home Depart- 396W ment what discussions he is having with the Betting Levy Board about the amount of financial assistance it is giving to horse-racing; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Roy JenkinsThe Horseracing Betting Levy Board has reported to me that it has not reached agreement with the Bookmakers' Committee on the rate of contributions to be required from bookmakers during the levy period beginning 1st April next. The matter is now for determination by me under Section 1 of the Horserace Betting Levy Act 1969, and I hope to announce my decision soon.