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The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has announced an extension to its online gaming services application, in order to allow betting and igaming operators to apply for non-remote licences.
After reviewing current processes the UKGC, have implemented an extension to the time frame allowed for the submission of applications for UK licences, furthermore the UKGC wish to grant the online gambling industry further time to make necessary adjustment to their operational frameworks in order to meet licencing criteria.
The UKGC had set up an online application system in February 2014, with a view to make operator submission an easier process. Applicants have been asked to submit various information and supporting documents. These include company records, financial statements and corporate governance documentations.
Dawn Best, licensing manager at the Gambling Commission, said: “This further development of online services for non-remote operators builds on the introduction of the online application service for remote operators in February.
“This is a further step along the way to providing a complete set of eServices for all applicants and licensees.”
