Decision details

The current West Suffolk Policy is due for renewal.  A revised version, taking account of any changes in the legislation and statutory guidance, has been subject to statutory consultation.  The Cabinet will be asked to recommend to Council, the adoption of the revised Policy.

RECOMMENDED TO SEBC COUNCIL (30 October 2018) and FHDC COUNCIL (31 October 2018):

That subject to the approval of Forest Heath District and St Edmundsbury Borough Councils, the revised West Suffolk Gambling Act 2005: Statement of Policy for the period 2019 to 2022, as contained in Appendix 2 to Report No: CAB/JT/18/035, be adopted, subject to:

1)     Ensuring that the Local Area Profile, as set out in Appendix 3 to Report No: CAB/JT/18/035, adequately reflects the particular local circumstances in Newmarket, and to ensure the most up-to-date and relevant data is used when applying the licensing principles.

2)     Further clarification being provided on the regulatory and enforcement powers of the local authority regarding fixed odds betting terminals.