General Information about Gaming Licences.
Gambling Act 2005
A gaming machine is defined by the Gambling Act 2005 as a machine that is designed or adapted for use by individuals to gamble - whether or not it can also be used for other purposes.
Most gaming machines are of the reel-based type. These are also known as fruit, slot, or jackpot machines.
Pubs and alcohol licensed premises
Pubs and other alcohol licensed premises are automatically entitled to two category C or D gaming machines upon notification to the local licensing authority of their intention to make gaming machines available for use.
Licensing authorities can issue gaming machine permits which allow additional category C and D gaming machines to be provided.
Where a gaming machine permit authorises the making available of a specified number of gaming machines in particular premises, this will effectively replace, and not be in addition to, any automatic entitlement to two machines.
If you require further information or a form for application please contact: General Licensing Team, email: licensing_team@sandwell.gov.uk