When you need an occasional use notice (OUN)
Betting operators can use an OUN to provide betting facilities at a specific venue. With this notice, a full betting premises licence is not needed.
Eligibility
The betting facilities must be provided:
- at genuine sporting events
- at venues such as point-to-point racecourses and golf courses for major competitions
- within the boundaries of the identified venue
- on a specific date
The event must be temporary or infrequent.
Notices may not be used for more than 8 days in a calendar year for a specific venue.
The person administering the gambling under the notice must have a Gambling Commission operating licence (that is, be a licensed bookmaker).
Apply
If you wish to apply for an OUN, please contact us.
Contact the licensing team
Please note this phone number and email address are NOT for house in multiple occupation (HMO) licensing queries.
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