2006-07-04 04:49:03 · 4 answers · asked by Amanda L 2 in Politics & Government ➔ Government
Local authorities have had options whether to seek permission to grant licences for large casinos or supercasinos, numbers of which will be limited in the UK. Because of the financial advantages of doing so, many councils have sought such permission even when it is doubtful whether this would be the wish of their electors. For instance, Canterbury wants a casino when the compatibility of such an establishment with the City's image as the headquarters of the Church of England is at best doubtful.
The Council will have roles, as usual, in the granting of licences and regulating the conduct of gambling. As in the previous answer you have received, they will act as the Government's sidekicks. As usual, they will be scared stiff that powerful financial companies will challenge adverse decisions and they will be concerned not to lose potential sources of revenue.
Of course, councils, as well as the NHS, will have to pick up the pieces for people left helplessly in debt because of gambling addiction.
The Gambling Act 2005 stinks.
2006-07-04 05:47:27 · answer #1 · answered by Philosophical Fred 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
As usual, Local Authorities will be the administrators of ill-advised central government legislation.
The administration fees/charges allowed under the Act will barely cover the costs and the central grant-funding will be cut even more. It is likely that every fruit machine will require a permit?!?
2006-07-04 04:56:17 · answer #2 · answered by epo1978 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
To rub shoulders with the rich and famous, and getting their palms greased very nicely for bringing this ridiculous bill into our country. We don't want it! Don't we have enough problems???
2006-07-04 06:23:05 · answer #3 · answered by Tentative1 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They'll have a vested interest I suspect, don't they all?
2006-07-09 06:53:28 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋