Industry
March 16, 2021
UK Gambling Commission Boss Neil McArthur Steps Down
The president of the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) is stepping down, leaving the UK’s gambling regulator without a CEO at a time when the government is overhauling the industry’s laws. Neil McArthur resigned on Monday with immediate effect, and a process for an interim CEO is underway. UKGC CEO Neil McArthur Resigns The UK Gambling […]
Legal
March 3, 2021
UKGC Issues Additional Sanctions to Caesars’ PML Holders
The UKGC has announced further sanctions for Caesars Entertainment’s PML holders, as part of its investigation into the operator. On-Going Review into CEUK The UK Gambling Commission addressed today the failings of Caesars Entertainment’s (CEUK) personal management license holders (PML) and announced additional sanctions. The regulator issued a record £13 million regulatory settlement due to […]
Industry
February 25, 2021
UK Gambling Activities Decreased in 2020, Says Report by GC
In 2020, gambling activities in the UK decreased significantly, according to a new report released by the Gambling Commission. Overall, gambling activities fell by 42% and significant decrease was observed in the retail sector. In contrast, online gambling activities increased by 3%. GC Reveals a New Report on Gambling Activities for 2020 According to a […]
Industry
February 23, 2021
UKGC Reports 30.5% Increase in GGY for December 2020
The UKGC reported higher overall results for December 2020 but said it will keep an eye on data as the quick growth of GGY could be cause for concern. 5 Million Bettors in December The UK’s Gross Gambling Yield (GGY) increased by 30.5% to £613.6 million in December 2020, the Gambling Commission (UKGC) announced today. […]
Industry
February 22, 2021
UKGC to Educate Citizens about Gambling Blocking Tools
A new awareness campaign spearheaded by the UK Gambling Commission will seek to raise awareness about gambling blocking tools. UKGC to Help General Public Benefit from Gambling Blocking Tools The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) remains committed to bolstering its efforts to protecting consumers, now with a new consumer guidance campaign. Aimed at the general public, […]
Industry
February 21, 2021
UKGC Extends Public Consultation by Friday, February 26
The public consultation on the prevalence of gambling harm in the United Kingdom has been extended to this Friday when the regulator will collect final feedback from stakeholders and the public. UKGC Determined to Remit Reliable Data Back to Authorities The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) decided to extend its consultation on the prevalence of problem […]
Industry
February 18, 2021
Affordability Checks Evidence Might Be a Thing after UKGC Consultation
With over 13,000 pitching in the UKGC’s public consultation on affordability checks, racing leaders fear that the measure may bleed the industry out of revenue and imperil it financially. UKGC’s Submission Evidence to Upend the Gambling Industry The Gambling Commission held a consultation on affordability checks which closed last week. Their call for evidence resulted […]
Industry
February 15, 2021
Low Threshold Affordability Checks Will Affect UK Gambling
Upcoming affordability checks for gaming operators in the UK are likely to hit the industry, especially the owner of Paddy Power, Flutter Entertainment, if the proposed limit of £100 per month is approved. Having started a consultation period with all stakeholders and other interested parties in December last year, the Gambling Commission closed the period […]
Industry
February 12, 2021
UKGC Ends Data Consultation, Prepares to Assess Findings
Following almost two months, the UK Gambling Commission has completed its consultation on gambling data. The regulator will now assess the findings. UKGC Finalizes Public Consultation for Gambling Data The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) is wrapping up a consultation seeking evidence to see what changes the regulator should introduce to better gauge gambling participation in […]
Legal
February 4, 2021
UKGC Fines Aspers Stratford Casino Over Player Protection Failures
Aspers’ Stratford City Casino will pay a £652,500 fine and will give up a £78,233 profit due to its regulatory failures. Aspers Failed to Enquire Customers Over Large Sums of Money The UK Gambling Commission has imposed a £652,500 ($890,000) sanction to Aspers’ Stratford City Casino after an investigation found breaches of anti-money laundering (AML) […]