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Amusement Arcades

Who requires an Amusement Permit?

An Amusement Permit is required for premises used wholly or mainly for the provision of amusements by means of gaming machines. A gaming machine means any machine which is used for playing a game of chance.

Age Restriction:

Premises that have gaming machines with a payout of up to £25 must restrict admission within that area to persons over 18 years.

Premises that have machines with a lower payout to a maximum of £8 have no age restriction on those who can play these machines.

Amusement Licence Fees:

Permit with maximum all-cash prize of £25 = £250
Permit with maximum all-cash prize of £8 = £32

How to apply:

Application forms can be obtained from:

Licensing Section
Building Control Department
Newry and Mourne District Council
O’Hagan House
Monaghan Row
Newry
BT35 8DJ

Telephone (028) 3031 3000

Email buildingcontrol@newryandmourne.gov.uk

or by clicking on the link below:

Amusement Licence Application Form