Written question asked by Michael Shersby (Conservative), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 23 October 1989. It was answered by Lord Patten (Conservative) on Monday, 23 October 1989 on behalf of the Home Office.

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Untitled Written question

Question

What steps are being taken to address the development of technology which makes possible on-line betting with use of pre-purchase or credit cards & a television receiver; what consideration is being given to the transmission of such facilities to Britain via satellite television, & if there are any proposals to amend the law.

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Secondary information

Type

Written question

Reference

158 c291W

Session

1988-89

Subjects

Betting Software Credit cards Satellite broadcasting