Hi Everyone,
As you are now aware, Matchbook has acquired BETDAQ, and BETDAQ is due to shut down next week.
I wanted to provide everyone with an update on what this means for RDT bookmakers and explain the steps
you need to take to ensure the changeover is as straightforward as possible.
Read more about Important Update for RDT Bookmakers – BETDAQ to Matchbook Changeover
The 2027 Annual Authorisation forms can be found by clicking on this link.
PLEASE COMPLETE AND RETURN THE FORM TO THE RBC OFFICE BY 18th December 2026.
90mins Pitch up - Tatts & Rails.
1hr Pitch up - County Stand.
Princess Royal Stand/Irish Bar, Queen Mother Stand, Daresbury Stand & Earl Of Derby Stand all open.
Predicted crowd - 6,000
Read more about Aintree Sunday 25th October 2026 - Halloween Family Day (Updated 19/10/2026)
Bookmaker Assistant Registration and ID Badge Scheme – Effective 1 January 2027
Racecourse Betting Compliance (RBC) wishes to advise bookmakers of the proposed revised charging structure for the new Bookmaker Assistant Registration and ID Badge Scheme.
Read more about Notice to Bookmakers – Revised ID Badge Charging Structure
Question 1: Does a worker who works for multiple bookmakers need more than one registration card?
Read more about Bookmaker Assistant ID Badge Scheme – Frequently Asked Questions
Racecourse Betting Compliance (RBC) will shortly begin accepting applications for the new Bookmaker Assistant ID Badge Scheme, alongside the annual authorisation process for bookmakers.
Read more about NOTICE TO BOOKMAKERS AND BOOKMAKER ASSISTANTS (Updated 14/10/2026)
Please note that Racecourse Betting Compliance Ltd (RBC) has new bank details with effect from 5 October 2026.
Going forward, please make all payments relating to RBC to the following account:
Read more about New Bank Details for RBC – Effective 5 October 2026
Our annual authorisation forms will be available shortly.
Please note that, following four years with no fee increase, the annual authorisation fee will increase to £126.00. This adjustment reflects the increased administration and material costs associated with providing the authorisation.
The silver ring is open, however the Overton side will only be open for Annual Members parking.
Pitching up time are,
Tatts 1 hour
Rails 1 hour
Silver 45 mins
1hr Pitch up time
Bookmakers can purchase DBB through this link.