Decision Maker: Council

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: October 22, 2024

Purpose: To seek Council approval of the draft statement of gambling principles for the period 31 January 2025 to 30 January 2028 as endorsed by the Licensing Committee, and to advise Council of its statutory power to make a resolution to not issue casino premises licences.

Content: Council unanimously agreed to:   (i)            the draft statement of principles (included as Appendix B to the report) for the period 2025- 2028, subject to incorporating any agreed amendments. (ii)           Not resolve to not issue casino premises licences and continue with the approach of considering individual applications on their merits.