Hadbet: Colin William Harkness
Licensed by the UK Gambling Commission since 2013
Hadbet is the name used by Colin William Harkness, who holds a UK Gambling Commission licence as an individual and is based in the United Kingdom. Their current licence dates from March 2013 and allows them to take bets in person at racecourses and other tracks as an on-course bookmaker.
What the licence covers
A bookmaker that takes bets at a racecourse or other track needs an operating licence from the Gambling Commission.
- General Betting Limited (Non-Remote): Colin William Harkness can take bets in person at racecourses and other tracks, as an on-course bookmaker.
Trading names
Colin William Harkness trades under this name:
- Hadbet
Register changes
Between 18 January and 7 October 2026
- Non-Remote licence 034650-N-315999 has a new version in the register: 011 (was 010).
Questions and answers
Is Hadbet licensed?
Yes. Hadbet is a trading name of Colin William Harkness, who is licensed by the UK Gambling Commission to take bets in person at racecourses and other tracks. Colin William Harkness holds Gambling Commission account number 34650. Its current licence started in March 2013.
Who owns Hadbet?
Hadbet is operated by Colin William Harkness, a sole trader.
What does the licence of Colin William Harkness cover?
Colin William Harkness can take bets in person at racecourses and other tracks, as an on-course bookmaker.
Licence record
| Activity | Type | Status | Start | Licence number |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Betting Limited | Non-Remote | Active | March 2013 | 034650-N-315999-011 |