The Betting and Gaming Duties Act 1981 (Bingo Prize Limit) Order 1997

Explanatory Note

(This note is not part of the Order)

This Order, which comes into force on 11th August 1997 increases the money prize limit for bingo played on a small scale by way of commercial amusement to qualify for exemption from bingo duty. It increases the maximum amount permitted to be distributed as a money prize from £1 to £5.