Explanatory Memorandum

Betting and Gaming (Northern Ireland) Order 2004

2004 No. 310

Commentary on Provisions

Article 7:  Registration of clubs

This Article reduces the notice and waiting periods for non-sporting clubs seeking registration under the 1985 Order for gaming machine purposes to one year.

The current notice and waiting periods are one year for sporting clubs and two years for other clubs.  Registration under the 1985 Order enables a club to operate up to three gaming machines on its premises.