It’s been a long year for the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC), marked by a variety of regulatory implementations and a deepened focus on fostering better support for operators. However, work is just picking up pace, with 2024 laying the foundations of what will be a more mature and refined UK market in the coming years. This was stated by UKGC’s …
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Sorare pleads not guilty in UKGC illegal gambling case
Fantasy sport crypto platform Sorare has pleaded not guilty after the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) accused the company of unlicensed gambling activity in the UK. Earlier last week, the UKGC accused the football-themed NFT platform – partner of the Premier League – of breaching the Gambling Act 2005 by “providing facilities for gambling without holding an operating licence”. Sorare immediately …
Read More »UKGC survey sees increase of female bettors during Euros
British betting activity during the 2024 Euros showed a healthy increase, especially among females, according to the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC). A research co-led by consumer behaviour analyst Yonder showcased that the success of England in this year’s competition naturally strengthened the interest in the tournament, all the way through to the very final where the Three Lions went against …
Read More »Bacta staff trains with UKGC on quarterly returns
UK gambling trade body Bacta and its managerial team received formal training from the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) regarding quarterly returns. Simon Bradbury, Justine Hillson, David Miller and John Salsbury – all led by Bacta’s Executive Director Robert Gibb – visited the UKGC’s head office in Birmingham where they met compliance specialists to help them with the procedure. Reporting switched …
Read More »UKGC set to defend legal challenge by Northern & Shell PLC
The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) will face another day in court this week over its handling of the National Lottery licence competition. The legal action has been filed by Northern & Shell PLC against the gaming regulator, with a view to seeking a reported £20m in damages. The Case Management Conference for the lawsuit is scheduled for Wednesday, June 5, …
Read More »GamCare seeks lived experience trustee to amplify support services
GamCare has initiated a search for a new trustee to expand its reach ahead of major regulatory changes and amidst a deluge of financial penalties against UK gambling firms. The gambling harm prevention and support charity which operates the National Gambling Helpline is searching for a new trustee to join its board, specifically seeking a candidate with lived experience. Additional …
Read More »Camelot National Lottery sales fall £283m as UK consumers look to cut costs
As the cost of living crisis continues to affect millions across the UK consumers are continuing to tighten their belts – including buying less National Lottery products, according to Camelot. Although the outgoing operator recorded sales of over £8bn for just the second time in the National Lottery’s history, the figure of £8.090.7m for the 2021/22 financial year marked a …
Read More »Goldchip ‘must keep customers fully informed’ following UKGC suspension
The operating licence of Goldchip Limited has been suspended by the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC), as a review under section 116 of the Gambling Act 2005 is carried out. The announcement follows reports that activities may have been carried out contrary to the Act, not in accordance with conditions of its licence and that the firm may be ‘unsuitable to …
Read More »BGC delivers debut Gambling Anti-Money Laundering Group workshop
The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) has completed the first Training Day for the Gambling Anti-Money Laundering Group (GAMLG), in a bid to drive high standards and encourage best practice. Topics of discussion during the day-long session was consideration of key emerging risks, best practice and developments, which the standards body stated was a reflection of ‘the diversity of compliance …
Read More »Gamban launches Spanish-language service across multiple countries
Gamban has expanded the international scope of its blocking software, launching an official Spanish language service available in multiple countries. The service can be downloaded in all Spanish-speaking nations, but the online gambling blocking company has noted that in Spain, the gambling authorities and government have become increasingly focused on safer gambling. Notably, the Spanish Competition & Markets Commission (CNMC) …
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