The Act provides for the abolition of the Gaming Board and establishing a Gambling Commission to regulate the industry. Specifically, it will:
· Regulate and issue licensing for gambling and monitor licence holders
· Issue codes of practice for gambling
· Investigate and prosecute offences under the Act
· Issue guidance to Local Authorities on their role under the Act
· Advise the Secretary of State on gambling
Click here to view the Gambling Act 2005
