Types of Licence
There are three types of licence under the new structure:
Operating Licence – which permits a licensee to operate specific gambling facilities;(i.e. a casino, bingo, gaming machines, etc). A licensee may hold multiple licences for operating different facilities. Operational licences will be issued by the Gambling Commission.
Personal Licence – for those responsible for managing and operating the gambling facilities permitted under an operational licence. Small operators will not be required to hold a personal licence. Personal licences will be issued by the Gambling Commission.
Premises licence – permitting a premises to be used for a single specified gambling operation; casino, bingo, adult gaming, family gaming, and betting. Premises licences will be issued by licensing authorities; Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council is the relevant licensing Authority in the Borough.
Click here to view the Gambling Act 2005
Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council will be issuing premises licences under the Act. Copies of the application forms are attached below.
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