§ Mr. McCrindleasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department if he will seek to legislate to increase the maximum prize on amusement machines in public houses to a figure similar to that which applies to private clubs; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Fordasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department if he will now allow the jackpot on amusement machines to be raised to £10 where they are situated in public houses; what representations he has received on this matter; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. RaisonWe have received requests from the National Union of Licensed Victuallers, the Brewers Society and the Scottish Licensed Trade Association, as well as from a number of right hon. and hon. Members, for an increase in the prize money that may be paid by gaming machines in public houses. This is a controversial proposal which requires further study.