Licences - amusements with prizes

In accordance with the Gaming Act 1967 and the Lotteries and Amusement Act 1976 any prospective occupiers of amusement parks, arcades and other premises on which amusements with prizes will be provided, must first obtain a permit issued by the local authority. In Scotland commercial bingo may lawfully be played on premises holding a licence issued under Part II of the Gambling Act 2005. A licence is required for any premises or club whose principal purpose is the playing of bingo whether for commercial profit or otherwise.