# The Betting and Gaming Duties Act 1981 (Bingo Prize Limit) Order 1999, Note: Explanatory note


(This note is not part of the Order)
This Order, which comes into force on 22nd December 1999, 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 £5 to £15.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/1999/3205/note (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/betting-and-gaming-duties-act-1981-bingo-prize-limit-order-1999/note
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