Written question asked by Gareth Thomas (Clwyd West) (Labour) on Monday, 1 June 1998, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 2 June 1998. It was answered by George Howarth (Labour) on Tuesday, 2 June 1998 on behalf of the Home Office.

Home Office

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what action he is taking to prevent indoor retail outlets trading on Easter Sunday. - Inc ref to Sunday Trading Act 1994.

Answer: Mr. Gareth Thomas: To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department what action he is taking to prevent indoor retail outlets trading on Easter Sunday. [44031] Mr. George Howarth: Under the Sunday Trading Act 1994, only those shops with a relevant floor area of more than 280 square metres are prohibited from trading on Easter Sunday. Local authorities are responsible for enforcing the Act's provisions. Contravening the shop opening hours provisions can attract a fine of conviction of up to £50,000.

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