§ Mr. BoyesTo ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department (1) what discussions he has had with the Department of Trade and Industry over the task force recommendation in respect of amusement with prizes machines in licensed betting offices; and whether he will make a statement;
(2) what correspondence he has received in respect of amusement with prizes machines in licensed betting offices; whether he will make a statement;
(3) whether he has plans for future discussions with the Betting Office Licencees Association in respect of amusement with prizes machines in licensed betting offices.
§ Mr. Peter LloydPolicy on this issue is currently under review following the task force recommendation, and we will consult as necessary with interested parties. The outcome of the review will be made known in due course.
Correspondence on the issue has been received from a number of Members of the House.