Gaming machines

Introductory information about gaming machines (fruit machines, slot machines)and gaming machine categories, including statistics about the gaming machines industry.

Information about the number and category of gaming machines (fruit machines, slot machines) allowed on different types of gambling premises, pubs, clubs, alcohol licensed premises, and at travelling fairs.

Information about the Gambling Commission’s approach to SWPs, including advice and joint statements with HM Revenues & Customs.

If you want to manufacture, supply, install or adapt gaming machines (fruit machines, slot machines), part of a gaming machine or gaming machine software, there are two types of licence that you may need to apply to the Gambling Commission for.

How and when to apply for operating and/or personal licences (including information about fees).

Information about personal licences issued by the Gambling Commission.

Information about the four types of licence condition that may be attached to operating licences, and codes of practice issued about the manner in which facilities for gambling are provided.

Important information for licence holders including: gaming machine technical standards; approved test houses; gaming machines testing strategy; the compliance process; advertising rules and regulations, and more.

Submitting regulatory returns, reporting key events, and providing information about legacy gaming machines (fruit machines, slot machines).