Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 17 November 2010
90 Deputy Ruairí Quinn asked the Minister for Justice and Law Reform the action the Garda intend to take regarding the continued operation, especially in the Dublin area, of gaming arcades and other premises operating in breach of the Gaming and Lotteries Act, 1956, particularly in regard to the maximum permitted stake; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42999/10]
Amharc ar fhreagraI am assured by the Garda authorities that such premises receive attention and if breaches of the Gaming and Lotteries Acts 1956 to 2003 are detected, appropriate action is taken. In addition, my officials have sought advice from the Office of the Attorney General in relation to alleged breaches of the legislation, particularly relating to the operation of gaming machines. I can assure the Deputy that should the law need to be changed consequent on any advices received, to ensure an appropriate level of enforcement or control of gaming, I will not hesitate to do so in the context of the adoption of a proposed policy for the better regulation of gambling.
