§ Sir John HannamTo ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department how much was spent per head of the population on gambling in each year since 1988; and what is his estimate for each year to 1996.
§ Mr. Peter LloydNo estimate is readily available for the financial year 1988–89, and we have no forecasts for future years.
Estimated figures for net consumer expenditure on gambling—amount staked less winnings—per head per annum in the four years from 1989–90 to 1992–93 inclusive are £58, £52, £54 and £55.