There are three types of licence required by the Gambling Act 2005:
- An Operator Licence concerned with the management and conduct of gambling.
- A Personal Licence for persons with key operational functions connected with the gambling business.
For further information on how to apply for an operator or personal licence visit the 'Gambling Commission' website.
- A Premises Licence for the property where the gambling takes place.
The Council is responsible for the issue of Premises Licences.
Premises Licences cover the following licensable activities, namely:
- Adult Gaming
- Betting
- Bingo
- Casinos
- Family Entertainment Centres
- Track betting
There are currently no casinos based within the Preston area.
The Act also covers the issuing of Permits for various permissions:
- Club Gaming
- Club Gaming Machines
- Family Entertainment Centre Gaming Machines
- Licensed Premises Gaming Machines
- Prize Gaming
The Act also allows the council to register small-society or non-commercial lotteries.
Miscellaneous application forms
Application forms for permissions not listed on the left hand side can be obtained from Licensing Services using the contact details on the right.
Annual Fees
Please click the link to the bottom of this page for further information on the payment of Annual Fees.
Category, number, location and maximum entry fees
For information about the number, location, and maximum entry fees of gaming machines allowed on premises providing gambling facilities, please click on the relevant link below.
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