The Licensing Act 2003 Committee heard the council was currently reviewing its gambling policies, with new rules set to come into force in January.
Council Licensing Manager Louise Wilson told the committee the review came as the government is expected to unveil the biggest overhaul of gambling laws since 2005.
The officer added council policy would largely remain the same, other than including more details covering small lotteries, ahead of a white paper due by the end of the year.
The Gambling Commission’s register showed Bridlington had the most licensed premises for gambling at 19.
Adult gaming centres accounted for 11 of the licences, along with five betting shops, two bingo halls and a family entertainment centre.
The council’s Safer and Stronger Communities Overview and Scrutiny Sub-Committee previously heard gambling premises, particularly betting shops, were most concentrated in deprived areas.
A council report stated the government’s review on gambling laws followed a call for evidence which closed in March.
It added current guidance on existing laws recognised more was needed to protect children and the vulnerable from the effects of harmful gambling.
The report stated:
“The government has made the commitment to ensuring gambling legislation is fit for the modern age.
“This is expected to be the biggest overhaul of gambling legislation to date.”
The national review from the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport is expected to look at gambling affordability, online gaming, sports sponsorships and betting limits.
The council is set to launch a four week consultation on its policy review this November and December.
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