SHDC has launched a public consultation into its gambling policy

This is the council’s fifth Statement of Principles since the introduction of the Act in 2007 and, once approved, the updated policy will be in effect from 31 January 2022 to 30 January 2025.

As the policy was updated in detail in 2019, only minor changes are required. The main proposed changes include more detail on the Licensing Authority’s expectations when dealing with separation of premises, further information regarding premises licence plans and an overall update to the document with regard to the Gambling Commission’s new guidance and codes of practice.

Cllr Jonathan Hawkins, South Hams District Council Executive Member for Licensing said: “We’re only considering minor changes to the policy but I urge anyone interested to take a look and send us your comments.” 

Any comments must be received by Sunday, 24 October 2021, at the latest. Following the consultation, views will be considered by the Licensing Committee and necessary amendments made before the new policy is adopted by the council.

You can find out more and share your views here: www.southhams.gov.uk/gambling-consultation