Gambling

Local Authorities are responsible for licensing premises used for all forms of gambling, with the exception of the National Lottery.

Lotteries and amusements and gaming machines now come under this Act.

Gambling Statement of Licensing Principles

Current Statement of Gambling Principles Policy 2024 - 2027

Gambling Statement of Principles 2022-2024 (PDF) [4MB] (opens new window)

Draft Statement of Gambling Principles Policy 2024-2027 Consultation

A four-week consultation took place between 9 July to 5 August 2024 on the council's draft Statement of Gambling Principles Policy 2024-2027 (PDF) [738KB] (opens new window) . As the licensing authority, the policy sets out how the council will manage premises with Gambling licences and will provide clarity for residents, business and all those who make gambling licence applications. The Statement of Gambling Principles Policy sets out how the council would apply its functions under the Gambling Act 2005, particularly when making decisions on applications for gambling premises, small lotteries and club machines.

Licensing Authorities are required to review their Statement of Gambling Principles Policy every three years and Wiltshire Council's current policy must be renewed by October 2024.