Mike Smale: Michael Montague John Smale
Licensed by the UK Gambling Commission since 2009
Mike Smale is the trading name of licence holder Michael Montague John Smale, an individual on-course bookmaker regulated by the UK Gambling Commission. Their current licence dates from January 2009 and they can take bets in person at racecourses and other tracks.
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): Michael Montague John Smale can take bets in person at racecourses and other tracks, as an on-course bookmaker.
Trading names
Michael Montague John Smale trades under this name:
- Mike Smale
Register changes
Between 18 January and 7 October 2026
- Ancillary Remote: General Betting Limited changed from Active to Surrendered.
- Non-Remote licence 000457-N-102065 has a new version in the register: 018 (was 016).
Questions and answers
Is Mike Smale licensed?
Yes. Mike Smale is a trading name of Michael Montague John Smale, who is licensed by the UK Gambling Commission to take bets in person at racecourses and other tracks. Michael Montague John Smale holds Gambling Commission account number 457. Its current licence started in January 2009.
Who owns Mike Smale?
Mike Smale is operated by Michael Montague John Smale, a sole trader.
What does the licence of Michael Montague John Smale cover?
Michael Montague John Smale can take bets in person at racecourses and other tracks, as an on-course bookmaker.
Licence record
| Activity | Type | Status | Start | End | Licence number |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Betting Limited | Remote | Surrendered | January 2009 | April 2026 | 000457-A-102066-008 |
| General Betting Limited | Non-Remote | Active | January 2009 | 000457-N-102065-018 |