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05 Nov 2013

Taxation and Gaming Machines - HMRC - v - Rank Group PLC - Developments

In October two decisions were handed down concerning the taxation of certain gaming machines which has been the subject of lengthy litigation between the HMRC and the Rank Group PLC. The cases are referred to as Slots 1 and Slots 2 and deal ...

04 Nov 2013

Gambling - Commission Statement on anti-money laundering and social responsibility controls

The Gambling Commission have published a public statement following a recent engagement with Ladbrokes regarding a number of compliance and policy matters. The statement headed "Important lessons for the Gambling industry on anti-money laundering ...

04 Nov 2013

Gaming - Triennial Review - update

We have periodically kept you updated on the latest review of stakes and prizes for gaming machines. For our most recent article see the link here: Gaming - Triennial News. News reaches us that subject to parliamentary approval and no objection f...

30 Oct 2013

Scotland - Paisley licence suspension overturned

The suspension of a Premises Licence by the Renfrewshire Licensing Board for a “corrective purpose” has been overturned by the Paisley Sheriff Court. In the case in question, Nelson v Renfrewshire Licensing Board, the Designated Premi...

24 Oct 2013

Milton Keynes - Late Night Levy - No, Yes, No

Milton Keynes Council last night rejected the proposed adoption of a Late Night Levy.  The licensing sub-committee had initially rejected the proposal at a meeting but subsequently the full licensing committee approved the proposal. Last nig...

21 Oct 2013

Lambeth Council - EMRO consultation launched

Lambeth Council’s licensing policy consultation period, previously reported here, recently ended on 7 October 2013. The Council has now launched another consultation, this time considering the implementation of an Early Morning Restriction ...