The British Casino Association, 38 Grosvenor Gardens, London, SW1W 0EB      Tel: (020) 7730 1055      Fax: (020) 7730 1050

Frequently asked questions

 

1. How do I set up a new casino?
2. Who can join the BCA?
3. Why should I join the BCA?
4. How much does it cost to join the BCA?
5. What is the constitution of the BCA?
6. Is there a Code of Conduct for BCA members?
7. Where can I find information about the Gambling Act 2005?
8. How can I become a member of the BCA?
9. What information do you have about careers in the casino industry?
10. I would like to train as a croupier/dealer. Whom should I contact?
11. How do I find my local casino?
12. How do I find a casino outside the UK?
13. Can I use my credit card in a casino?
14. Whom do I contact if I have a complaint about a casino?
15. How old do you have to be to enter a casino?
16. Is there a membership or entry fee?
17. Where can I get help for problem gambling?

1. How do I set up a new casino?
In order to set up a casino, you must first obtain a certificate of consent from the Gambling Commission (the government regulator for the industry) to show that you are a fit and proper person to operate a casino.
You can contact the Gambling Commission by telephone on 0121 230 6500 or go to their website at .
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2. Who can join the BCA?
BCA Membership is open only to those who operate land-based casinos in Great Britain.
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3. Why should I join the BCA?
Over 90% of British casinos are members of the BCA.
Since its formation in 1973, the BCA has worked hard for the benefit of its members, successfully negotiating with various government departments as well as the industry's regulatory body (the Gambling Commission), and dealing with the media.
The benefits of membership include:
A powerful voice in governmental and law issues
A source of vital industry information
A central point for all media and other enquiries
A central point for members to air views and issues
Access to private areas of the BCA website
The opportunity to stand for election to the Council of the BCA
If you are interested in becoming a member or would like more information please click on: Membership Benefits & Requirements
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4. How much does it cost to join the BCA?
Subscriptions for membership are reviewed each year. If you already operate a casino or have received certification from the Gambling Commission to open a casino, please email us at with your full details and we will be happy to contact you with the relevant information.
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5. What is the constitution of the BCA?
Please contact the BCA about any queries regarding the BCA constitution.
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6. Is there a Code of Conduct for BCA members?
Yes. The Code of Conduct for BCA Members is set out in: Membership Information
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7. Where can I find the information about the Gambling Act 2005?
Please click on:
http://www.gamblingcommission.gov.uk/Client/detail.asp?ContentId=51
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8. How can I become a member of the BCA?
If you would like to become a member of the BCA, please email us at with your full details and we will be happy to send you an application form.
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9. What information do you have about careers in the casino industry?
All the information the BCA has available with regard to careers and training is detailed in: Careers & Training Information.
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10. I would like to train as a croupier/dealer. Whom should I contact?
All the information the BCA has regarding careers or training is detailed in: Careers & Training Information.
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11. How do I find my local casino?
You will be able to find your local BCA casino quickly and easily by using the search facility provided in: BCA Casino Listings.
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12. How do I find a casino outside the UK?
Regrettably the BCA does not have this information. The easiest way to find a casino outside of the UK is by searching city by city or country by country on the Internet.
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13. Can I use my credit card in a casino?
Credit cards can be used to purchase food and drinks in a casino but by law they cannot be used to purchase gaming chips. You may however use a debit card subject to certain limits.
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14. Whom do I contact if I have a complaint about a casino?
Complaints regarding a casino or a member of its staff should be raised with the casino manager.
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15. How old do you have to be to enter a casino?
You must be eighteen (18) years of age or older in order to legally enter a casino in Great Britain.
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16. Is there a membership or entry fee?
Most casinos have free membership and entry.
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17. Where can I get help for problem gambling?
If you think you might have a problem with gambling that you would like to address, there are a number of organisations you can contact for free and confidential assistance.
To find details please click on the links below:
GamCare
Gamblers Anonymous
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