Tag Archives: White Paper

The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has been cooperating with the government on the Gambling Act review White Paper, but cannot pre-empt what the White Paper will entail.  These were the words of UKGC CEO Andrew Rhodes, speaking to Racing TV via video link, where he was quizzed about the potential outcomes of the review and the dynamics on affordability checks. …

As the outcome of the White Paper nears, Lord David Lipsey, Chair of Premier Greyhound Racing (PGR), discussed with SBC News the group’s media strategies at a time of heightened scrutiny of the betting sector and its links with sports. Looking into the changing commercial landscape in greyhound racing, Lipsey – an active member of the House of Lords – …

As the Gambling Act review White Paper is once again delayed following a change in DCMS leadership, EPIC Risk Management has published its own assessment of hot button topics.  The research was overseen by EPIC’s Pro Sport Advisory Board (PSAB), established back in October 2021, and centres around recommendations for professional sports clubs, leagues and governing bodies to address problem …

Gambling Minister, Paul Scully, attempted to fan the flames of concern around affordability checks as he claims the DCMS recognises the efforts made by the UK betting sector to address player protection concerns.  Whilst addressing the Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) AGM yesterday, the Minister for Tech and the Digital Economy stated that he would not disclose the full outcomes …

There remains just one outstanding affair for the Gambling Review to consider… the introduction of a mandatory research, education and funding (RET) levy. The issue has become a heated topic of debate over the past year, and as the review White Paper nears publication after close to 26 months in development, MPs have raised it as requiring attention. According to …

Ygam will remain active in whatever legislative environment the UK government establishes, according to CEO Dr Jane Rigbye – but that doesn’t mean that the charity doesn’t have a preference. Discussing the Gambling Act review White Paper and its potential outcomes at a recent Parliamentary Reception, Rigbye asserted to MPs – including former Gambling Minister Damian Phillips – that education …

A recurrent argument against perceived overly-strict regulations in the UK over the past two years has been the threat of black market risks. Whilst acknowledging the existence of such sites, the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has some issues with this line of thought.  Sarah Gardner, the Commission’s Deputy Chief Executive, addressed industry stakeholders at the Danish Gambling Authority’s (DGA) recent …

In an opinion piece on the forthcoming Gambling Act review White Paper, Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) Chair Brigid Simmonds has warned that the UK could lose investment. Writing on Conservative Home during the World Cup, the Conservative Party’s news and blogging webpage, Simmonds stated that the betting sector is operating under the pressure of rising costs, but also under …

Michael Dugher argues that, with betting reform reportedly imminent, problem gambling treatment should focus on those who need it most.  In an interview with The Times this week, the Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) Chief Executive stated that a blanket approach to player protection is not the way forward. The Gambling Act review White Paper is apparently due soon, with …

The top priority for the esports industry in 2023 will be diversifying its revenue streams to reduce its reliance on sponsorships. Writing for SBC, Warren Tristram, Head of Gaming, Lottery and Esports at Nuvei, asks what role sports betting can play in monetising the esports audience. The esports industry has a problem to solve in the next 12 months. For …