Might Brown be a Presbyterian after all?

This is what the Christian Institute has mailed.


"Whitehall sources are now saying that plans for super-casinos are "dead in the water". The new Government has had the opportunity to review the plans because the House of Lords voted down the super-casino regulations.

We are delighted with this news. The House of Lords scuppered the super-casino regulations by only three votes. The Christian Institute specifically asked peers to vote down the Regulations. Many peers were contacted by the Institute and asked to attend the debate.

In addition to blocking super-casinos we also hope that the Government reviews plans for the 'large' and 'small' casino licences which both allow for premises far larger than any existing casino.

Gambling is morally wrong and profoundly damaging in its social effects.

Some thought that there was little point in trying to get the House of Lords to block the casino regulations. The Lords' vote created a window of opportunity for the new Government to think again. The news today shows how important this vote was. Even the narrowest of victories can be sufficient. You never know whether the stand you take may in God's providence turn out to be decisive.

Thank you for your support as we seek to take a Christian stand."


I like to think Brown did learn something from his manse upbringing.