Gaming Licensing

Roulette wheelOur specialist Licensing Team will work with you to deal with your legal requirements and help you get the best for your business.

Partner, Michael Messent has advised in this field for over 15 years, both as an advisor and advocate. He acted for the Tower Casino Group before its sale to Stanleys and in the past 5 years has acted for many independent operators as well as advising Ladbrokes with regard to casino operations. Michael, supported by Robert Ganpatsingh, in the last 2 years has helped 3 independent operators secure new casino licences under the 1968 Gaming Act and has helped them and others with the conversion process when the law changed in 2007.

We can assist with the following aspects of gaming laws:

  • Making Applications for new Licences under the new Gambling Act 2005
  • Deal with Relocation and Variation Applications
  • Advice on the impact of the Gambling Act 2005 and Regulations on the operation of a casino
  • Advice on Gaming machines
  • Advice on the impact of advertising regulations
  • Liaising with the Gambling commission

Our team can assist you with all of your licensing requirements, from the routine to the more complex matters including representing you at licensing hearings. 

We pride ourselves on providing a first class, personalised service. We work with our clients with a common objective and with regard to the ultimate commercial value. Many of our clients have worked with us for a number of years and seek our advice and assistance on an ongoing basis. We directly communicate with clients and can be relied upon to react quickly with any situation regardless of how short the notice.

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Meet the Team

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Doyen of the marketMichael Messent exudes gravitas and is extremely on the ball,” while his “tremendous understanding makes him a formidable opponent in the courtroom.” He advises on the full range of liquor licensing, gaming and betting concerns, with recent highlights including counselling casino operators on the new Gambling Act 2005, and handling licence applications and objections made under the old Gaming Act 1968.

 

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If you would like to find out more about how we could help you and your business, please complete our online enquiry form.

 

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