← Back to House of Commons Debates
Gaming Hardware (Automated Purchase and Resale)
24 March 2021
Lead MP
Douglas Chapman
Debate Type
General Debate
Tags
Benefits & Welfare
Other Contributors: 1
At a Glance
Douglas Chapman raised concerns about gaming hardware (automated purchase and resale) in the House of Commons. Other MPs contributed to the debate.
How the Debate Unfolded
MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said:
Lead Contributor
Opened the debate
Moves to prohibit the automated purchase and resale of games consoles and computer components, highlighting unfairness to consumers caused by scalping through bot attacks. Emphasises the need for legislation as existing consumer protection measures are inadequate. Mentions parallels with ticket touting legislation.
Douglas Chapman
SNP
Cumbernauld and Kilsyth
Highlights how scalping affects consumers, retailers, and the games industry negatively through bot attacks that create artificial shortages. Proposes similar legislation to prohibit resale at inflated prices and makes a case for government intervention.
▸
Assessment & feedback
Summary accuracy
About House of Commons Debates
House of Commons debates take place in the main chamber of the House of Commons. These debates cover a wide range of topics including government policy, legislation, and current affairs. MPs from all parties can participate, question ministers, and hold the government accountable for its decisions.