British Amusement Catering Trade Association

The British Amusement Catering Trade Association represents the amusement machine supply chain on behalf of its 500 members.

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British Amusement Catering Trade Association
BACTA logo
AbbreviationBACTA
MottoEmpowering the UK's Amusement Machine Industry
Formation1974
Legal statusNon-profit company
PurposeAmusement arcades in the UK
Location
Region served
United Kingdom
Membership
500+
Chief Executive
John White
Main organ
BACTA National Council
AffiliationsEUROMAT
WebsiteBACTA

History

It was formed in 1974.

Structure

It has four sectors:

  • Family Entertainment Centres

The operation of amusement and gaming machines in amusement parks, piers, Family Entertainment Centers, prize bingo establishments and other similar premises used wholly or mainly for the purpose of providing amusements at coastal resorts and inland amusement parks

  • Machine Suppliers

The supply installation and maintenance of gaming and amusement machines to premises of which the owner of the machine is not the occupier e.g. pubs, clubs, etc.[1]

  • Adult Gaming Centre's

The operation of gaming and amusement machines in Adult Gaming Centers and similar premises not covered in the Family Entertainment Sector (Entry to such premises permitted to over 18s only)

  • Manufacturers & Distributors

The manufacture, export, import, distribution, repair and conversion of machines and component parts

Activities

It represents the pay-to-play leisure industry in Great Britain. Currently it represents the interests of over 600 companies and over 1,000 individuals. It is a member of the European umbrella group EUROMAT.

In June 2018, BACTA made a £14,000 donation to gambling charity Young Gamblers Education Trust (YGAM).[2]

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See also

References
  1. "British Amusement Catering Trade Association (BACTA)" (PDF).
  2. "Trade Association BACTA donates £14,000 to charity YGAM". Retrieved 22 June 2018.
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