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Types of licence you may need for your business

There are three types of licence that business owners may need. Your business may need all three:

If you provide facilities for remote gambling (online or through other means), and advertise to consumers in Britain, you will need a licence from the Gambling Commission. 

Local licensing authorities also provide gambling permits for pubs, clubs and other establishments for low-level gambling. 

Do I need an operating licence for my business? 

These are the types of operating licence available:  

Arcades

Betting

Bingo

Casino

Gambling software

Gaming machines

Lotteries

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