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Gaming machines

Frequently asked questions

• How much should a gaming machine (also known as a fruit machine or slot machine) pay out in winnings?
• What are the rules for regulated gaming and gaming machines (fruit machines,slot machines) on alcohol licensed premises?
• What are the regulations around buying and maintaining a gaming machine (fruit machines, slot machine) if you own a pub?
• What are the maximum stakes and prizes that can be offered by gaming machines (fruit machines, slot machines)?
• I have a gaming machine (fruit machine, slot machine) at home, do I need a licence?
• Can I sell a gaming machine (fruit machine, slot machine)?
• What is a skill with prizes (SWP) machine?
• Now that I have a licence, what information do I need to provide to the Gambling Commission and when?
• How do I find out about the technical standards which apply to gaming machines?
• What are the regulations on the use of note acceptors on Category D gaming machines (fruit machines, slot machines)?
• How does the Gambling Commission ensure that the percentage of winnings returned to players by gaming machines is fair?
• What should I do if I have experienced a problem with a gaming machine (fruit machines, slot machines) I have played?
• Are gaming machines related to problem gambling (fruit machines, slot machines)?
• Can I part-exchange a gaming machine (fruit machine, slot machine) or parts of a gaming machine?
• I maintain or repair my own gaming machine (fruit machine, slot machine)
• Can I move a gaming machine (fruit machine, slot machine) to a new location within my licensed premises?
• Can I change the stakes or prize limits on a gaming machine (fruit machine, slot machine)?
• Can I install my own gaming machine (fruit machine, slot machine)?
• Can I make changes to the way a gaming machine (fruit machine, slot machine) works?