§ Mr. Frank R. Whiteasked the Secretary of State for the Environment if he will list the statutory and other provisions that apply to the running of amusement arcades in a built-up area as far as they concern matters affecting the local community.
§ Mr. Giles ShawThe operator of an amusement arcade must comply with the terms of any planning permission,and of any licence issued under the provisions of the Gaming Act 1968. In addition, part III of the Control of Pollution Act 1974 contains controls over noise nuisance.
§ Mr. Frank R. Whiteasked the Secretary of State for the Environment how many appeals against the refusal of planning permission for amusement arcades have been referred to his Department in each of the last five years; and how many appeals were subsequently granted.
§ Mr. Giles ShawI regret that the information requested is not readily available as planning statistics are not kept in such detailed form.