Gambling Act 2005 Explanatory Notes

Section 150: Nature of licence

409.This section describes, in subsection (1), the premises licences that may be issued by a licensing authority. They are:

  • A licence for the operation of a casino;

  • A licence for the provision of facilities for playing bingo;

  • A licence for making Category B gaming machines available for use (an adult gaming centre);

  • A licence for making Category C gaming machines available for use (a family entertainment centre); and

  • A licence for the provision of facilities for betting, including betting intermediary facilities

410.Under Part 1 of the Act, the Secretary of State will make regulations defining classes of casinos. As a result, casino premises licences are divided into three types:

  • Regional casino premises licences;

  • Large casino premises licence;

  • Small casino premises licence

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