It would have been nice had the Government made that clear. I would be amazed if the proceeds are ring-fenced. Presumably, fines incurred on Sunday or Christmas day traders will go into the general Exchequer pot and be lost. Again, there is a lack of oversight. It is no good Ministers saying that the Bill is small and affects only one day so it is not important, because it is the principle that is at stake.
Parliament has a right to demand further and better particulars.
Will my hon. Friend comment on the socialist heresy advanced by my right hon. The right hon. Gentleman is an experienced Member. I am sure that it is an oversight not to face the Chair.