IMPORTANT UPDATE: Rule 4 Deductions
Following further representations from the Bookmaker Associations, AGT has held urgent discussions with the AGT Technical Group and the RCA regarding the imposition of Rule 4 deductions on the racecourse.
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JCR Advance Payments
As previously advised, from 17th May bookmakers must opt in via AGT and then purchase badges in advance using the link below and following these instructions.
Racecourse Arrangements From 17th May 2021
This page will be the 'one stop shop' for all details regarding Bookmaker Numbers etc. from 17th May to 18th July 2021. It will be updated frequently, so please refer to it often to keep abreast of the latest news.
AGT Office Opening Hours
Bookmakers are reminded that the AGT office will be open from 09:00 until 12:00 Monday to Friday until otherwise stated.
Debit Card Payments On-Course
AGT has teamed up with card payment specialists Acceptcards to deliver a cheap and effective way for bookmakers to process debit card payments on the racecourse. The proposal is set out in full in the 'Document Downloads' section of the website under the title 'Acceptcards Debit Card Solution.'
ARC Message for On-Course Bookmakers
Following the recent government announcement of a further delay to the full lifting of restrictions ARC are pleased to announce that we will continue with our current policy of not charging a Daily Betting Badge fee for on course bookmakers and their staff up to and including the 18th July (a maximum of 3 people including the bookmak
Trust Card Machines
Debit card readers supplied by Trust are experiencing some technical issues that will take approximately two weeks to resolve. We strongly recommend that bookmakers do not use Trust card readers until these problems are fixed.
2021 Authorisations
Bookmakers are reminded that 2021 authorisations must be completed before they stand on the racecourse.
Forms can be found under the 'Bookmakers' section of the website.
Pitching Up Times
Bookmakers should note that the pitching up time from 17th May to 20th June 2021 is ONE HOUR for all rings at all tracks unless otherwise stated.
Checklist For Bookmakers From 17th May 2021
Bookmakers attending race meetings from 17th May to 20th June 2021 should note the following: -