Gambling, gaming and lottery licensing

Information on the 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 - statement of principles

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

• Gambling - useful contacts

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

• Gaming and machine permits

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

• Lotteries and small society lotteries

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

• 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.