Responsible authorities are those public bodies that are entitled to make representations to the licensing authority in relation to applications under the Gambling Act.

Who you need to contact

These details are valid only for businesses in Bournemouth, Christchurch, and Poole.

We have provided the details of the Responsible authorities and encourage you to send the required notice by email.

Licensing team
licensing@bcpcouncil.gov.uk

Dorset Police
licensing@dorset.pnn.police.uk

Wilts & Dorset Fire and Rescue Service
businessfiresafety@dwfire.org.uk

Gambling Commission
info@gamblingcommission.gov.uk

HM Commissioners of Revenue and Customs
nrubetting&gaming@hmrc.gsi.gov.uk

Public nuisance team
pollution@bcpcouncil.gov.uk

Safeguarding and commissioning team
compliance.team@bcpcouncil.gov.uk

Planning team
planning.bournemouth@bcpcouncil.gov.uk

Health and Safety team
foodandhealthandsafety@bcpcouncil.gov.uk

Newspaper advertisements
classifieds@bournemouthecho.co.uk