Agenda item

The review of the ‘Statement of Gambling Principles and Policy (hereafter referred to as “the Policy”) is required at least every 3 years, as set out within Section 349 of The Gambling Act 2005 (“the Act”).

Recommendation

It is recommended that Members agree to Option 1 or Option 2:

Option 1:

i)       Agree the revised Policy found at Appendix B (this is a tracked document highlighting the amendments made to the current policy) and recommend that Full Council adopt the Policy with effect from 14 January 2025.

ii)      Recommend that Full Council adopt a ‘No Casino Resolution’ which will be inserted into the Policy and recommend that Full Council adopt the Policy with effect from 14 January 2025.

OR

Option 2:

i)       Agree the revised Policy found at Appendix B (this is a tracked document highlighting the amendments made to the current policy) and recommend Full Council adopt the Policy with effect from 14 January 2025.

ii)      Recommend that Full Council do not adopt a ‘No Casino Resolution’.

That public access to the report be immediate.