Niall Collins (Limerick West, Fianna Fail)
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Question 48: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance if gaming machines or slot machines are permitted on the premises of a licensed bookmaker; if change in the regulations is proposed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12546/08]

Brian Cowen (Laois-Offaly, Fianna Fail)
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Gaming machines or slot machines, which are normally referred to as fixed odds betting terminals (FOBTs), are not permitted on the premises of a licensed bookmaker. The issue of FOBTs is one of the matters considered by the Casino Committee on regulating gaming in Ireland which has reported to the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform. It is expected that the Report of the Casino Committee will be published shortly and the Government plans to establish an All-Party Committee to consider its content.