Pub Gaming Machine Licence Changes

Aug 24, 20240 comments

Change of licence holder

If the licence holder ceases as the holder of a relevant alcohol licence the right to Automatic Entitlement ceases. A re-notification is required with any transfer of the licence. This does not apply if there is simply a change to the Designated Premises Supervisor (DPS) or the Designated Premises Manager (DPM).

If there is a change of licence holder you must apply to transfer any gaming machine permit as well.

A local authority can remove any automatic entitlement if it has concerns about the suitability of the premises or licence holder.

How to stay within the law

•All machines must be sourced and maintained by a Gambling Commission licensed supplier.

•If you are approached to site a gaming machine obtain the machine suppliers full details and their operating licence number.

•Maintenance and repairs can only be carried out by licenced suppliers

•You can contact the Gambling Commission or visit the Register of licence holders to check on licensed machine suppliers. The Register is available to view on the Gambling Commission website.

•Machines supplied by an unlicensed supplier, or more than your entitlement can affect your alcohol licence and lead to prosecution. It is an offence to make gaming machines available to the public without a licence.

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