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The Government's objective remains to sell the Tote to a racing trust. We are working closely with the Tote, the shadow Racing Trust and the European Commission to achieve that objective.
The Government's objective remains to sell the Tote to a racing trust. We are working closely with the Tote, the shadow Racing Trust and the European Commission to achieve that objective.
Answered by
Baroness Jowell
(Labour)
Asked by
Ben Wallace
(Conservative)
Answering body
Department for Culture, Media and Sport
Type
Oral answers to questions
If she will make a statement on the privatisation plans for the Tote.
Subjects
Betting; Horse racing; Tote; Private sector; Sales; Racing Trust
Date
21 November 2005
Reference
439 c1217
Chamber / Committee
House of Commons chamber
House
House of Commons
I thank the hon. Gentleman for his question. We await the outcome of the Commission's investigation, and discussions will proceed to ensure stability in an uncertain time for the Tote. We are determined to sustain the benefits of the Tote for racing.
I thank the hon. Gentleman for his question. We await the outcome of the Commission's investigation, and discussions will proceed to ensure stability in an uncertain time for the Tote. We are determined to sustain the benefits of the Tote for racing.
Answered by
Baroness Jowell
(Labour)
Asked by
Ben Wallace
(Conservative)
Answering body
Department for Culture, Media and Sport
Type
Oral answers to questions
It has been six months since the plans to privatise the Tote were referred to the European Commission, which has decided to investigate. The suspended animation of the Tote does no one any good, least of all racing. Will the Secretary of State tell us about her contingency plans should the Commission uphold the complaint?
Subjects
Betting; Horse racing; Tote; Private sector; Sales; Racing Trust
Date
21 November 2005
Reference
439 c1217
Chamber / Committee
House of Commons chamber
House
House of Commons
If she will make a statement on the privatisation plans for the Tote.
If she will make a statement on the privatisation plans for the Tote.
Asked by
Ben Wallace
(Conservative)
Answered by
Baroness Jowell
(Labour)
Answering body
Department for Culture, Media and Sport
Oral questions - Lead
Status
Answered
Tabled on
15 November 2005
For answer on
21 November 2005
Answered on
21 November 2005
The Government's objective remains to sell the Tote to a racing trust. We are working closely with the Tote, the shadow Racing Trust and the European Commission to achieve that objective.
Subjects
Betting; Horse racing; Tote; Private sector; Sales; Racing Trust
Date
21 November 2005
Reference
439 c1217; 29634
Chamber / Committee
House of Commons chamber
House
House of Commons
The Secretary of State talks about a fair price, but is she aware that no Government have ever put any money into the Tote at all? The Bill that was introduced to sell off the Tote had to nationalise it first, so no Government have ever put any money into the Tote. If the European Commission makes that objection, it is a spurious one. It is many years since the right hon. Member for Blackburn (Mr. Straw) was Home Secretary and announced that the Tote would be sold. In the intervening period, we have had years of uncertainty. The Tote sponsors the Cheltenham gold cup at a meeting that is worth millions of pounds to my constituency, and it does similar things throughout the country. The decision is crucial, so will the right hon. Lady do everything that she can to bring about the sale of the Tote?
The Secretary of State talks about a fair price, but is she aware that no Government have ever put any money into the Tote at all? The Bill that was introduced to sell off the Tote had to nationalise it first, so no Government have ever put any money into the Tote. If the European Commission makes that objection, it is a spurious one. It is many years since the right hon. Member for Blackburn (Mr. Straw) was Home Secretary and announced that the Tote would be sold. In the intervening period, we have had years of uncertainty. The Tote sponsors the Cheltenham gold cup at a meeting that is worth millions of pounds to my constituency, and it does similar things throughout the country. The decision is crucial, so will the right hon. Lady do everything that she can to bring about the sale of the Tote?
Asked by
Laurence Robertson
(Conservative)
Answering body
Department for Culture, Media and Sport
Oral questions - Supplementary
Status
Answered
Answered on
21 November 2005
I am struck by the extent of support for the Government's position on the Tote on both sides of the House. The spirit of the former Member for Livingston, who was such a powerful advocate for the Tote, is watching over us and willing this to a conclusion. I can give the House an absolute assurance that we will do everything that we can to bring matters to a conclusion, consistent with whatever ruling the European Commission determines, but also in the interests of the Tote and, indirectly, in the interests of racing.
Subjects
Tote; Betting; Horse racing; Private sector; Sales; Racing Trust
Date
21 November 2005
Reference
439 c1218
Chamber / Committee
House of Commons chamber
House
House of Commons
My right hon. Friend will recall that the hon. Member for Ryedale (Mr. Greenway) and I have already written to the European Competition Commissioner about this very matter in our capacity as joint chairs of the all-party racing and bloodstock group. Does my right hon. Friend agree that the onward sale of the Tote to a British racing trust at a fair price—““fair”” being the operative word—is essential if British horse racing is to continue to thrive in future?
My right hon. Friend will recall that the hon. Member for Ryedale (Mr. Greenway) and I have already written to the European Competition Commissioner about this very matter in our capacity as joint chairs of the all-party racing and bloodstock group. Does my right hon. Friend agree that the onward sale of the Tote to a British racing trust at a fair price—““fair”” being the operative word—is essential if British horse racing is to continue to thrive in future?
Asked by
Jeff Ennis
(Labour)
Answering body
Department for Culture, Media and Sport
Oral questions - Supplementary
Status
Answered
Answered on
21 November 2005
My hon. Friend, who takes a close interest in the issue, is right. It is in the Tote's interest and, we believe, in the interests of racing that the Tote should be sold to a racing trust. The obstacle with the Commission is the issue of a fair price, which is under negotiation. I am sorry that I cannot be more forthcoming, but the Commission's investigations are under way and have not yet reached a conclusion.
Subjects
Tote; Betting; Horse racing; Private sector; Sales; Racing Trust
Date
21 November 2005
Reference
439 c1217-8
Chamber / Committee
House of Commons chamber
House
House of Commons
It has been six months since the plans to privatise the Tote were referred to the European Commission, which has decided to investigate. The suspended animation of the Tote does no one any good, least of all racing. Will the Secretary of State tell us about her contingency plans should the Commission uphold the complaint?
It has been six months since the plans to privatise the Tote were referred to the European Commission, which has decided to investigate. The suspended animation of the Tote does no one any good, least of all racing. Will the Secretary of State tell us about her contingency plans should the Commission uphold the complaint?
Asked by
Ben Wallace
(Conservative)
Answering body
Department for Culture, Media and Sport
Oral questions - 1st Supplementary
Status
Answered
Answered on
21 November 2005
I thank the hon. Gentleman for his question. We await the outcome of the Commission's investigation, and discussions will proceed to ensure stability in an uncertain time for the Tote. We are determined to sustain the benefits of the Tote for racing.
Subjects
Betting; Competition law; Horse racing; Tote; Private sector; Sales; Racing Trust
Date
21 November 2005
Reference
439 c1217
Chamber / Committee
House of Commons chamber
House
House of Commons
My hon. Friend, who takes a close interest in the issue, is right. It is in the Tote's interest and, we believe, in the interests of racing that the Tote should be sold to a racing trust. The obstacle with the Commission is the issue of a fair price, which is under negotiation. I am sorry that I cannot be more forthcoming, but the Commission's investigations are under way and have not yet reached a conclusion.
My hon. Friend, who takes a close interest in the issue, is right. It is in the Tote's interest and, we believe, in the interests of racing that the Tote should be sold to a racing trust. The obstacle with the Commission is the issue of a fair price, which is under negotiation. I am sorry that I cannot be more forthcoming, but the Commission's investigations are under way and have not yet reached a conclusion.
Answered by
Baroness Jowell
(Labour)
Asked by
Jeff Ennis
(Labour)
Answering body
Department for Culture, Media and Sport
Type
Oral answers to questions
My right hon. Friend will recall that the hon. Member for Ryedale (Mr. Greenway) and I have already written to the European Competition Commissioner about this very matter in our capacity as joint chairs of the all-party racing and bloodstock group. Does my right hon. Friend agree that the onward sale of the Tote to a British racing trust at a fair price—““fair”” being the operative word—is essential if British horse racing is to continue to thrive in future?
Subjects
Betting; Horse racing; Tote; Private sector; Sales; Racing Trust
Date
21 November 2005
Reference
439 c1217-8
Chamber / Committee
House of Commons chamber
House
House of Commons
I am struck by the extent of support for the Government's position on the Tote on both sides of the House. The spirit of the former Member for Livingston, who was such a powerful advocate for the Tote, is watching over us and willing this to a conclusion. I can give the House an absolute assurance that we will do everything that we can to bring matters to a conclusion, consistent with whatever ruling the European Commission determines, but also in the interests of the Tote and, indirectly, in the interests of racing.
I am struck by the extent of support for the Government's position on the Tote on both sides of the House. The spirit of the former Member for Livingston, who was such a powerful advocate for the Tote, is watching over us and willing this to a conclusion. I can give the House an absolute assurance that we will do everything that we can to bring matters to a conclusion, consistent with whatever ruling the European Commission determines, but also in the interests of the Tote and, indirectly, in the interests of racing.
Answered by
Baroness Jowell
(Labour)
Asked by
Laurence Robertson
(Conservative)
Answering body
Department for Culture, Media and Sport
Type
Oral answers to questions
The Secretary of State talks about a fair price, but is she aware that no Government have ever put any money into the Tote at all? The Bill that was introduced to sell off the Tote had to nationalise it first, so no Government have ever put any money into the Tote. If the European Commission makes that objection, it is a spurious one. It is many years since the right hon. Member for Blackburn (Mr. Straw) was Home Secretary and announced that the Tote would be sold. In the intervening period, we have had years of uncertainty. The Tote sponsors the Cheltenham gold cup at a meeting that is worth millions of pounds to my constituency, and it does similar things throughout the country. The decision is crucial, so will the right hon. Lady do everything that she can to bring about the sale of the Tote?
Subjects
Betting; Horse racing; Tote; Private sector; Sales; Racing Trust
Date
21 November 2005
Reference
439 c1218
Chamber / Committee
House of Commons chamber
House
House of Commons
How long they have been in discussion with the European Commission about state aid clearance to sell the Tote at a discount to the Racing Trust; and when they anticipate closure on the talks.
How long they have been in discussion with the European Commission about state aid clearance to sell the Tote at a discount to the Racing Trust; and when they anticipate closure on the talks.
Asked by
Lord Moynihan
(Conservative)
Answered by
Lord Davies of Oldham
(Labour)
Type
Written questions
Status
Answered
Answered on
24 May 2005
The sale proposal was formally notified to the Commission in May last year, following earlier informal exchanges. It has been subject to discussion with the Commission since then. We expect an early indication of the Commission's view.
Subjects
Betting; Horse racing; Tote; Government assistance; Discounts; EU action; Sales; Racing Trust
Date
24 May 2005
Reference
68; 672 c6WA
House
House of Lords
Whether there have been any formal complaints to the regulatory authorities, either in the United Kingdom or in the European Union, about their proposals to sell the Tote to the Racing Trust at a discount
Whether there have been any formal complaints to the regulatory authorities, either in the United Kingdom or in the European Union, about their proposals to sell the Tote to the Racing Trust at a discount
Asked by
Lord Moynihan
(Conservative)
Answered by
Lord Davies of Oldham
(Labour)
Type
Written questions
Status
Answered
Answered on
24 May 2005
We are aware of one formal complaint to the European Commission about our proposals to sell the Tote to the Racing Trust at fair value.
Subjects
Complaints; Betting; Horse racing; Tote; Discounts; Sales; Racing Trust
Date
24 May 2005
Reference
70; 672 c6WA
House
House of Lords
Whether they intend to sell the Tote to the Racing Trust at a discount; and, if so, what is the anticipated level of discount to market value
Whether they intend to sell the Tote to the Racing Trust at a discount; and, if so, what is the anticipated level of discount to market value
Asked by
Lord Moynihan
(Conservative)
Answered by
Lord Davies of Oldham
(Labour)
Type
Written questions
Status
Answered
Answered on
24 May 2005
It remains our intention to sell the Tote to the Racing Trust at fair value—a price which fairly reflects the legitimate interests of the taxpayer and of racing—subject to approval by the European Commission. That price will be based on an independent valuation which will take account of market conditions and other relevant circumstances at the time.
Subjects
Betting; Horse racing; Tote; Discounts; Sales; Racing Trust
Date
24 May 2005
Reference
69; 672 c6WA
House
House of Lords
What are the principal concerns of the European Commission regarding the sale of the Tote to a racing trust; on what date these concerns were brought to the attention of the Government in writing; and what the Government's response to them was. [HL 4844]. - Inc ref to 28 October...
What are the principal concerns of the European Commission regarding the sale of the Tote to a racing trust; on what date these concerns were brought to the attention of the Government in writing; and what the Government's response to them was. [HL 4844]. - Inc ref to 28 October...
Asked by
Lord Moynihan
(Conservative)
Answered by
Lord McIntosh of Haringey
(Labour)
Type
Written questions
Status
Answered
For answer on
18 November 2004
Answered on
18 November 2004
Subjects
Betting; Horse racing; Tote; Government assistance; EU action; Sales; Racing Trust
Date
18 November 2004
Reference
666 c205-6WA; HL 4844
House
House of Lords
Whether they are willing to consider proposals to acquire the Tote from commercially interested parties other than the Racing Trust [HL 4519].
Whether they are willing to consider proposals to acquire the Tote from commercially interested parties other than the Racing Trust [HL 4519].
Asked by
Lord Moynihan
(Conservative)
Answered by
Lord McIntosh of Haringey
(Labour)
Type
Written questions
Status
Answered
For answer on
28 October 2004
Answered on
28 October 2004
Subjects
Betting; Horse racing; Tote; Sales; Racing Trust
Date
28 October 2004
Reference
HL 4519; 665 c149WA
House
House of Lords
Whether the proposed discounted sale of the Tote to the Racing Trust has received approval in principle from the European Commission with regard to state aid rules; and what conditions were attached to any such approval [HL 4543].
Whether the proposed discounted sale of the Tote to the Racing Trust has received approval in principle from the European Commission with regard to state aid rules; and what conditions were attached to any such approval [HL 4543].
Asked by
Lord Moynihan
(Conservative)
Answered by
Lord McIntosh of Haringey
(Labour)
Type
Written questions
Status
Answered
For answer on
28 October 2004
Answered on
28 October 2004
Subjects
Betting; Horse racing; Tote; Government assistance; EU action; Sales; Racing Trust
Date
28 October 2004
Reference
665 c149WA; HL 4543
House
House of Lords
Whether, since 19 July 2004, government Ministers or officials have held meetings with potentially interested bidders, other than the Racing Trust, on the subject of acquiring the Tote [HL 4518].
Whether, since 19 July 2004, government Ministers or officials have held meetings with potentially interested bidders, other than the Racing Trust, on the subject of acquiring the Tote [HL 4518].
Asked by
Lord Moynihan
(Conservative)
Answered by
Lord McIntosh of Haringey
(Labour)
Type
Written questions
Status
Answered
For answer on
28 October 2004
Answered on
28 October 2004
Subjects
Betting; Horse racing; Tote; Sales; Racing Trust
Date
28 October 2004
Reference
665 c149WA; HL 4518
House
House of Lords
Whether the sale of the Tote to a racing trust will involve a percentage of the consideration being reserved for the staff of the Tote; how that amount is likely to be divided; and in what form. [HL 4291].
Whether the sale of the Tote to a racing trust will involve a percentage of the consideration being reserved for the staff of the Tote; how that amount is likely to be divided; and in what form. [HL 4291].
Asked by
Viscount Falkland
(Liberal Democrat)
Answered by
Lord McIntosh of Haringey
(Labour)
Type
Written questions
Status
Answered
For answer on
11 October 2004
Answered on
11 October 2004
Subjects
Betting; Horse racing; Tote; Staff; Sales; Racing Trust
Date
11 October 2004
Reference
HL 4291; 665 c37WA
House
House of Lords
Further to the statement by the Lord McIntosh of Haringey on 14 September 2004 664 c1044, what is the legal authority for paying 50 per cent of the proceeds of the sale of the Tote to a party other than the Racing Trust. [HL 4245].
Further to the statement by the Lord McIntosh of Haringey on 14 September 2004 664 c1044, what is the legal authority for paying 50 per cent of the proceeds of the sale of the Tote to a party other than the Racing Trust. [HL 4245].
Asked by
Baroness Noakes
(Conservative)
Answered by
Lord McIntosh of Haringey
(Labour)
Type
Written questions
Status
Answered
For answer on
11 October 2004
Answered on
11 October 2004
Subjects
Betting; Horse racing; Tote; Property transfer; Sales; Racing Trust
Date
11 October 2004
Reference
HL 4245; 665 c37WA
House
House of Lords
Horserace Betting and Olympic Lottery Bill. Lords third reading debate. Agreed to on question, passed and returned to the Commons with amendments.
Horserace Betting and Olympic Lottery Bill. Lords third reading debate. Agreed to on question, passed and returned to the Commons with amendments.
Lead member
Lord McIntosh of Haringey
Answering member
Lord Moynihan
Department
Department for Culture, Media and Sport
Type
Debates on bills
Legislative stage
Third reading
Legislation
Horserace Betting and Olympic Lottery Bill 2003/04
Subjects
Betting; British Horseracing Board; Finance; Licensing; Greater London; Horse racing; Gambling; Tote; Property transfer; Olympic Games; Lotteries; National Lottery; Racing Trust; Olympic Lottery
Date
14 September 2004
Reference
664 c1029-55
Chamber / Committee
House of Lords chamber
House
House of Lords
To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, whether the Government is prepared to sell the Tote to a body other than the Racing Trust.
To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, whether the Government is prepared to sell the Tote to a body other than the Racing Trust.
Asked by
David Amess
(Conservative)
Answered by
Richard Caborn
(Labour)
Answering body
Department for Culture, Media and Sport
Type
Written questions
Status
Answered
Tabled on
7 September 2004
For answer on
9 September 2004
Answered on
9 September 2004
Mr. Amess: To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport whether the Government are prepared to sell the Tote to a body
other than the Racing Trust. [188287]
Mr. Caborn: It remains the Government's policy to sell the Tote to the Racing Trust. Only if it proves impossible to effect such a
sale on fair terms will the Government pursue other options.
Subjects
Betting; Competition; Horse racing; Tote; Private sector; Sales; Racing Trust
Date
9 September 2004
Reference
424 c1335W;424 c1343W; 188287
House
House of Commons
Horserace Betting and Olympic Lottery Bill. Lords Report stage. Concluded. Bill printed as amended (HL Bill 108).
Horserace Betting and Olympic Lottery Bill. Lords Report stage. Concluded. Bill printed as amended (HL Bill 108).
Department
Department for Culture, Media and Sport
Type
Debates on bills
Legislative stage
Report stage
Legislation
Horserace Betting and Olympic Lottery Bill 2003/04
Subjects
Disability; Betting; British Horseracing Board; Finance; Licensing; Greater London; Horse racing; Gambling; Tote; Drugs; Property transfer; Olympic Games; Lotteries; Prize money; National Lottery; Transport; Shares; Taxation; Testing; Gaming Board for Great Britain; Horseracing Forensic Laboratory; Racing Trust; Olympic Lottery
Date
19 July 2004
Reference
664 c15-80
Chamber / Committee
House of Lords chamber
House
House of Lords