Given this diversion of resources—I say this as a strong supporter of the Olympics—is there not a case for changing the taxation system of the lottery to a gross profits tax, following the example of most of the gambling industry, which some estimates suggest could mean up to £400 million for good causes over the next decade? [Interruption.]
National Lottery
Proceeding contribution from
John Grogan
(Labour)
in the House of Commons on Tuesday, 15 January 2008.
It occurred during Legislative debate on National Lottery.
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