Proceeding contribution from Gerry Sutcliffe (Labour) in the House of Commons on Tuesday, 23 February 2010. It occurred during Adjournment debate on British Pubs.

British Pubs

Indeed, but the overwhelming majority voted for the ban. Sky TV is important, particularly to me in my role as sports Minister. Like the hon. Member for Bournemouth, East, I have met Sky and been told that it will change how it handles rateable value. We think that that will be a step in the right direction. We are aware of the issues relating to community pubs in particular—

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Type: Proceeding contribution
Reference: 506 c51WH
Session: 2009-10
Chamber / Committee: Westminster Hall
Subjects: Alcoholic drinks Beer Sky Public houses Prices Retail trade Smoking
Link: View this Proceeding contribution on www.publications.parliament.uk

British Pubs

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