The British Gambling Commission is now receiving applications for operating licences and personal licences.
"Anyone who wishes to provide facilities for gambling, or to manufacture supply, install, repair or adapt a gaming machine or gambling software from September 1, 2007, is required to hold a licence authorising the specific activity to be undertaken," the commission stated.
The commission said that anyone wishing to provide facilities for betting, gaming or participating in a lottery will require a licence. Such facilities may be provided remotely (via the internet or telephone) or on premises (including on course).
There are three categories of licence - operating, personal and premises - and some businesses may need all three kinds. The commission issues operating licences and personal licences, while premises licences are issued by local authorities.
