HC Deb 07 July 1988 vol 136 c722W
Mr. Beggs

To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland if the definition of "society" in the Betting, Gaming, Lotteries and Amusements (Northern Ireland) Order 1985 includes political parties in this classification.

Mr. Needham

This is a matter for determination by the courts on the facts and circumstances of particular cases.