Betting and Gaming Duty Horseracing 2025-07-01
2025-07-01
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Q1
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Jameson highlighted the social and cultural value of horseracing, particularly in Doncaster where the St Leger festival is held. She noted that horseracing brings 85,000 jobs to the country nationally.
In Doncaster, we are incredibly proud of our historic racecourse which hosts the iconic St Leger festival. I can say it is part of our local community and brings thousands of jobs. Will the Minister confirm that he will continue dialogue with the horseracing industry noting it brings 85,000 jobs to the country nationally and is the second largest spectator sport in the country, and identifying that this is very different from online casinos and games of chance?
Absolutely, we will continue close dialogue with the horseracing industry on these proposals. We are working closely with them to identify any unintended consequences and possible mitigations. We welcome further engagement from stakeholders such as Doncaster racecourse.
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Q2
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Easton asked about the fairness, simplification, reduction in administrative costs, and encouragement of compliance with a flat rate system.
How do the Government assess the implementation of a flat rate in terms of improving fairness and simplification for all involved, reducing administrative costs and encouraging compliance?
One of the principles behind the reforms is to tackle issues of compliance by simplifying the system. The consultation is currently open for anyone interested in contributing towards these reforms to make their views known.
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did not provide specific assessment or evidence regarding fairness, cost reduction, and encouragement of compliance
Under Review
Consultation Open
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