Gambling, gaming and lottery licensing

For licensing and regulation of gambling activities, gaming machines and small lotteries.

As the licensing authority for applications made in Rushmoor we are responsible for:

• Premises licences (for places such as betting shops, arcades, bingo halls, race tracks and casinos)
• Gaming permits (allowing the provision of facilities for gaming)
• Machine permits (allowing gaming machines for use on premises)
• Gaming notifications (provision of limited numbers of gaming machines)
• Temporary and occasional use notices
• Small lotteries

• Premises licences

  Discover what activities require a premises licence and how to apply.

• Gambling fees and charges

  Our fees for premises licences, lotteries, permits and other charges.

• Gambling - useful contacts

  Contact details for general and technical gambling licence enquiries and a list of useful websites.

• Gambling - statement of principles

  Read a summary of how we carry out our role as a licensing authority under the Gambling Act 2005.

• Lotteries and small society lotteries

  Find out about lotteries and how your society or social club can apply to hold a small lottery.

• Gaming and machine permits

  Find out what and when gaming activities or machines require a permit and how to apply.

• Comments, complaints, reviews and appeals

  How to make comments (representations) for or against a gambling licence application, deal with problems at gambling premises, or appeal a decision.