Context
The consultation on the statutory levy has been ongoing, and there is concern about delays in response.
Question
What her planned timetable is for responding to the consultation on the statutory levy on gambling operators. It has been months since the consultation closed, with no response, and about 10 other consultations relating to the White Paper are also awaiting a response. Is the Minister trying to kick change into the long grass, and if not, will he please confirm when the responses will be published?
Answer from Stuart Andrew
The statutory levy represents a generational change in funding arrangements, and we have to consider properly the evidence provided during the consultation. We will publish a response setting out our final decision soon, but we remain on track to introduce the levy via secondary legislation this summer. I reject that accusation. There are 62 proposals in the White Paper, half of which will be finalised as a result of the consultation or are complete. A further three consultations have ended, and we are now analysing those. The levy is a priority, because we want the funds to be directed where they are needed most, on the basis of evidence, and we are working at pace to ensure that happens.
Not addressed: Specific timetable for responding to other consultations related to the White Paper
How: Rejecting The Accusation
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