HL Deb 04 February 2002 vol 631 c64WA
Baroness Anelay of St Johns

asked Her Majesty's Government:

What Treasury guidelines will determine whether or not sports clubs will be able to qualify for 80 per cent business rate relief and for exemption from tax on savings, bequests and gifts. [HL2544]

Lord McIntosh of Haringey

The consultation document,Promoting Sport in the Community, contains proposed guidelines on applications for charitable status via the Charity Commission, as well as proposed guidelines for a possible tax package administered by the Inland Revenue. Copies of the consultation document can be found in the House Library.