Colm Brophy (Dublin South West, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

There is very good value in Deputy O'Callaghan's amendments which he has decided to withdraw for now. In looking at something like an arcade which is referred to as an amusement arcade we must consider whether we are regulating an activity that is seen as gambling. I accept the point others involved in the industry make that there is no other activity that is comparable. One can buy a lotto ticket for €2 and win €250,000. However, there is something about the addictive nature of gaming and the actual process in an amusement arcade that makes it worthwhile examining the general idea of what the maximum payout versus the stake should be. I believe the figure €750 is a little too generous, but I am interested in hearing what is the Minister of State's thinking on the matter.