L & S Sporting: Stephen Joel
Licensed by the UK Gambling Commission since 2009
L & S Sporting is the trading name of Stephen Joel, who holds a UK Gambling Commission licence as an individual. Their current licence dates from January 2009 and allows them to work as an on-course bookmaker, taking 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): Stephen Joel can take bets in person at racecourses and other tracks, as an on-course bookmaker.
Trading names
Stephen Joel trades under this name:
- L & S Sporting
Register changes
Between 18 January and 7 October 2026
- Non-Remote licence 001887-N-102272 has a new version in the register: 012 (was 011).
Questions and answers
Is L & S Sporting licensed?
Yes. L & S Sporting is a trading name of Stephen Joel, who is licensed by the UK Gambling Commission to take bets in person at racecourses and other tracks. Stephen Joel holds Gambling Commission account number 1887. Its current licence started in January 2009.
Who owns L & S Sporting?
L & S Sporting is operated by Stephen Joel, a sole trader.
What does the licence of Stephen Joel cover?
Stephen Joel 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 | January 2009 | 001887-N-102272-012 |