Issue details

Statement of Gambling Policy

To agree the Council’s statement of gambling policy under the reforms brought about by the Gambling Act 2005

Decision type: Key

Decision status: For Determination

Decision due: 13 Nov 2006 by Full Council

Consultation process

Statutory consultation to be undertaken between 17th July and 8th September . Report will be put forward to the Executive on 31 October for endorsement and then will proceed  to Full council for agreement on 13 November 2006

DMT date and early discussion between AD and Cabinet Member: Executive Member for Crime & Community Safety with Interim Director for Environmental Services

SLT date: The government guidance clearly describes the impact that gambling can have on all society , particulary the young and those people who may be vulnerable in society. It is a primary objective of the policy statement that such persons are protected