Gambling and lotteries

Most forms of gambling are regulated by the Gambling Commission under the Gambling Act 2005. As a licensing authority, Tamworth Borough Council has responsibilities for the administration and enforcement of the act within the borough.

This includes:

  • Licensing premises for gambling activities
  • Granting and regulating permits for gaming machines
  • Granting permits for prize gaming
  • Registering small lotteries

Applications will be decided in accordance with the Gambling Act 2005 and our 2023-2026 Statement of Principles.

To apply for a gambling licence or permit, please fill out the relevant application form and return it to us at the address below. You are also encouraged to consult with the organisations named on the list of Responsible Authorities.

To apply for:

  • Application form for Club Gaming Permit or Club Machine Permit
  • Notification of 2 or less Gaming Machines or Gaming Machine Permit Application

Contact us at publicprotection@tamworth.gov.uk to request an application pack.

You can view set fees for premises licences issued under the Gambling Act here.

Lottery registration

Small lotteries and raffles by charitable societies raising money for charitable, sports, or similar purposes other than personal gain must be registered with the council.

Before the lottery can be registered, the society or organisation running the lottery must itself be registered with the council – if its head office is in the town.

It costs £40 to register and this runs for an unlimited period, with an annual maintenance fee of £20, until it’s cancelled.

Evidence of charitable status will be required.

Under the Gambling Act 2005, a return must be submitted to the council after every lottery showing how much was raised and what the funds were used for.

For more information, please find the relevant documents below. The Gambling Commission also has various information about organising lotteries, raffles and similar fundraisers.

Please return all completed gambling and lottery forms to: Licensing, Tamworth Borough Council, Marmion House, Lichfield Street, Tamworth, B79 7BZ
Tel: 01827 709 709. Email: publicprotection@tamworth.gov.uk