The Gambling Commission has postponed this year’s local authority returns in light of Covid-19.

In their communication to licensing authorities, the commission said: “In light of the collective effort required by Local Authorities in the fight against Covid-19 up and down the country, the Gambling Commission has taken the decision to postpone this year’s annual LA returns process. As a result we no longer expect Local Authorities to provide data to us via our online portals by the 15th May.

“Once the current situation has subsided we will consider whether to seek this data at a later date or to cancel this year’s return entirely. At every stage we will keep you informed.”

Licensing authorities can contact the commission on the following email address: lareturns@gamblingcommission.gov.uk.