Our responsibility covers:
- the processing of permits and licences in respect of premises, such as pubs, clubs, betting shops, bingo halls and family and adult gaming centres (amusement arcades)
- registering small lotteries
- receiving temporary and occasional use notices
- maintaining a register of permits and licences
- hearing of applications for reviews under the Gambling Act 2005
Please download the relevant application form below.
Application for a club gaming or machine permit [905kb]
Application to notify or vary a gaming machine permit [2Mb]
Application for lottery registration [87kb]
Gambling Act 2005
Permissions are subject to an application process that varies on the type of premise. The council establishes that the premises are suitable and when a licence is issued ensure that the premises are complying with regulations including any licences required by the Gambling Commission.
Please see our Gambling Act Statement of Principles 2014 [410kb]