English Devolution and Communities Empowerment Act 2026
Barnet Council is preparing to update its gambling policy in light of new powers granted by the English Devolution and Communities Empowerment Act 2026.
In June 2026, Barnet Council's Licensing and General Purposes Committee discussed how the English Devolution and Communities Empowerment Act 2026 will grant local authorities enhanced control over gambling licenses. The Act introduces gambling impact assessments, empowering councils to incorporate local concerns and harms into policy when considering license refusals, a report to the committee said.
Following these discussions, Barnet Council is preparing to consult the public on its Gambling Statement of Principles for 2027 to 2030. This crucial document, which guides the regulation of gambling premises, requires review and publication every three years by the Gambling Act 2005, as highlighted by Service Manager Jennifer Barrett.
Key facts
- Barnet Council is preparing to consult the public on its Gambling Statement of Principles for 2027 to 2030. Source
- The English Devolution and Communities Empowerment Act 2026 introduces gambling impact assessments. Source
- The Act will empower local authorities with greater influence over license refusals. Source
- Local authorities must review and publish their Gambling Statement of Principles every three years. Source
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