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