In her first public appearance since becoming the UK’s Gambling Minister, Baroness Twycross demanded action from operators to curb advertising. “The issue of what is appropriate needs to be looked …
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Campaigners claimed levy doesn’t go far enough, while treatment providers are concerned at the lack of a prevention commissioner, and independence remains a key concern “Of all the policies set …
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Gambling Commission Chair Marcus Boyle to step down
by CasinoBeats2 minutes readThe UK Gambling Commission has announced that Marcus Boyle will step down as Chair at the end of January next year. With his term set to conclude on 31 January …
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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 …
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UKGC: Gambling Harms Action Lab can help ‘identify new ways to reduce gambling harms’
by CasinoBeats4 minutes readTim Miller, Executive Director at the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC), has stated that the Gambling Harms Action Lab will help collaborative efforts “to develop and improve existing practice and identify …
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New policy paper calls on banks to be the frontline of intervention on gambling harms
by SBC News4 minutes readBritish banks and financial institutions can help fill ‘gaps in support’ related to the treatment and intervention of those exposed to gambling-related harms. This recommendation has been put forward in …
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GamCare cuts Safer Gambling team after failing to find buyer
by Steve Hoare2 minutes readGamCare will stop providing its safer gambling service by the end of 2024 after failing to find an alternative home for the service. The resultant restructuring has meant a number …
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The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) has published its first Code Handbook, as it looks to give a more in depth guide on raising standards in the UK betting industry, A trio of …
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UKGC and MGA join forces for regulatory collaboration
by CasinoBeats2 minutes readThe UK Gambling Commission has teamed up with Malta’s Gaming Authority to better regulate its gambling sector through a Memorandum of Understanding. The agreement will see both regulators exchange information …
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BGC launches ‘vital’ International Best Practice Guide for global policymakers
by CasinoBeats3 minutes readThe Betting and Gaming Council has released an International Best Practice Guide laying out key policy objectives for global operators and regulators. Compiled by professional consulting firm Alvarez and Marsal, …