Issue - decisions

RESOLVED:

That Cabinet:

1. Note the responses to the consultation on changes to the Gambling Policy

2. Approve the changes to the Gambling Policy / Statement of Principles as set out in the Appendix and recommend them to full Council for adoption as a policy framework document.

Reasons for decision

Cabinet noted the consultation and minor amendments to the draft policy and recommended that the draft statement of gambling principles be submitted to full Council for adoption on 14th January 2010.

Alternative options considered and rejected

Cabinet had no alternative options as the Gambling Act 2005 requires the Council, as the Licensing Authority, to publish a statement of gambling principles every 3 years.

Officer to action:

Stephanie Waterford, Environment and Consumer Protection