§ Ms MoranTo ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department what responses he received to the consultation paper on modernising the Gaming Act 1968 in respect of(a) postal and group applications, (b) limited print advertising and (c) introduction of casino gaming machines; and if he will make a statement. [75219]
§ Mr. George HowarthWe consulted on 5 August 1998 about proposals to relax certain Gaming Act controls on casino membership, advertising and jackpot machines. The consultation period ended on 21 October.
We received 39 responses, most supporting the proposals. We have been discussing specific issues with the Gaming Board and the industry, and hope to make an announcement shortly.
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