Written Question·Department for Culture, Media and Sport·UIN 70096
Horse Racing: Betting
Tabled: 22 July 2025
Answered: 4 September 2025
Question
Max Wilkinson
Liberal Democrat — Cheltenham
To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, whether she plans to intervene in negotiations on the Horserace Betting Levy to (a) increase the rate to 11.5% and (b) include overseas races within the scope of that levy.
Answer
Stephanie PeacockThe Horserace Betting Levy is vital for the financial sustainability of horseracing. The Government believes a voluntary deal is the fastest path towards delivering appropriate funding for the sport. We continue to encourage the betting and racing industr...
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