Pat Rabbitte
Ceist:385 Mr. Rabbitte asked the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform if his attention has been drawn to the widespread distribution of scratch cards, often within the pages of national newspapers, invariably stating that the recipient has won a substantial prize but requiring that a lengthy phone call be made at premium rates in order that the prize can be claimed; if he is satisfied that the requirements of gaming and lotteries legislation are complied with by the promoters of these competitions; if so, if he has plans to amend the law in order to control or abolish them; if his Department has discussed with the Department of Communications, Marine and Natural Resources the need for improved regulation of the premium rate service in this regard; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13819/03]