§ Mr. Arthur Lewisasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department whether, in view of the existing office and facilities available within the Premium Bond scheme, he will now take steps to initiate a national weekly lottery to absorb surplus money and assist in combating inflation and to reduce general taxation.
§ Dr. SummerskillNo. The Government would wish to have the report of the Royal Commission on Gambling, expected later this year, before considering any new arrangements for lotteries.