§ Mr. Nigel GriffithsTo ask the President of the Board of Trade what recourse is open to people who do not receive advertised services from fan clubs to which they have paid money. [17550]
Mr. John M. TaylorPeople who do not receive services for which they have paid have recourse under civil law for breach of contract. They could take legal advice on how to take the matter forward from their local citizen's advice bureau or law centre or a solicitor. Their local authority trading standards department may also be able to intervene if an offence has been committed under legislation which it is responsible for enforcing.
§ Mr. GriffithsTo ask the President of the Board of Trade if he will make it his policy to license fan clubs. [17549]