The text on this page has been created from Hansard archive content, it may contain typographical errors.
64.
Mr. A. Lewis
asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer what is the number of greyhound racecourses at present operating a totalisator; and what is the number which have ceased to operate since 1st January, 1948, when the 10 per cent. pool betting duty was imposed.
Mr. Selwyn Lloyd
On 1st May, 1961, there were 98 greyhound racecourses in Great Britain operating a totalisator; this was 40 fewer than in January, 1948.