Summary Paddy Power faced complaints regarding its Wonder Wheel ad ASA ruled the ad depicted gambling as taking priority over family Paddy Power contested the complaints but accepted ASA’s verdict A Paddy Power advertisement showing a person prioritizing gambling over family ended up being banned by the UK Advertising watchdog, the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA)....
Summary Anyone with direct or indirect experience of gambling harm is invited to join The council will provide expert advice and unique insight to GambleAware The new initiative is in line with the charity’s commitment to community engagement GambleAware recently announced the formation of a new “Lived Experience Council” which is aimed at bringing together...
Summary Safer Gambling Week 2022 will take place in the UK from October 17 to 23 Safer Gambling Week will focus on promoting responsible gambling The trade associations hope to build on the success of the 2021 event The associations representing all gambling operators across the UK are joining forces for this year’s Safer Gambling...
Summary The UKGC plans to implement heavier penalties for repeat offenders Chairman Marcus Boyle says the industry needs tougher regulations Boyle is hopeful that the Gambling Review will bring a positive change to the sector Gambling legislation has taken center stage in the UK in recent months as the government carries out its review of...
Summary UKGC releases latest iGaming market report for Jan to March 2022 iGaming has registered lowest GGY since lockdown UKGC continues to warn operators to be vigilant in protecting players The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) recently released its iGaming market report for the fourth quarter ending Jan to March 2022. The total gross gaming yield...
Summary GHRC is dedicated to increasing understanding and awareness of gambling harm The new center is funded by independent UK charity GambleAware The launch comes as gambling participation in the UK returns to pre-pandemic levels A new academic research center established to study and promote a deeper understanding of the diverse impact of gambling harm...
Summary UKGC says delaying the lottery transition will diminish funds for good causes Allwyn won the bid for UK’s fourth national lottery license in March Legal experts say the commission is gambling money with its latest move Back in March 2022, the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) named Allwyn as the preferred applicant for the country’s...
Summary The workshop aims to promote best practice and reduce money-laundering risks A total of 80 gambling delegates participated in the Training Day Representatives from UKGC, NCA, and KPMG spoke at the workshop The UK’s Gambling Anti-Money Laundering Group (GAMLG) recently held its first Training Day with support from the Betting and Gaming Council (BGC)....
Summary The UKGC has admitted to being challenged in policing new gambling products New products should be monitored for gambling-related harm A more agile approach to dealing with emerging markets Sarah Gardner, Deputy CEO of the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) made some strong statements during the ICE 2022 London expo. The UKGC Deputy Chief said...
Summary Craig Whittaker MP did not disclose his gambling links during a recent debate Anti-gambling campaigners argue Whittaker violated the Code of Conduct for MPs The Parliamentary watchdog says the office won’t launch an inquiry into the matter The UK’s Parliamentary Commissioner for Standards has come under fire for failing to investigate an MP who...
Summary UK gamblers would stop gambling or cut their spending due to inflation The gambling industry could encounter an affordability crisis DoTrust urges operators to gather more financial data to address the issue The rising inflation has prompted some UK gamblers to decide to take a break from gambling in the months ahead. A survey,...
Summary Sky Vegas hit with £1.2 Million Penalty Operator sent promo emails to ex-gambling addicts Parent company accepts failure and penalty Flutter Entertainment subsidiary Sky Vegas has incurred a £1.2 million fine for sending promotional material to ex-gambling addicts. The fine came during the annual Safer Gambling Week, an attempt by the UK gambling industry...
Summary NHS England will no longer take funds from GambleAware NHS problem gamblers not comfortable with GambleAware partnership NHS will raise funds on its from April 1, 2022 National Health Service (NHS) England director Claire Murdoch wrote to charity organisation GambleAware that the NHS would fund its advents to treat people with gambling addiction. Murdoch...
Summary Children exposed to arcade games can develop gambling problems Study shows link between arcade machines and gambling tendencies Excessive gambling ads displayed in arcades A survey of parents in the United Kingdom (UK) conducted by Online Bingo UK showed that 75% of families visited arcades with their children in 2021. Result findings established a...
Summary UK Gambling review whitepaper delayed yet again Delay caused due to uncertainty over PM’s tenure Anti-gambling campaigners not happy with new delay There appears to be another delay in the United Kingdom (UK) government’s proposal to reform gambling laws in the country. This new delay has upset campaigners seeking reforms in the gambling industry....
Summary UKGC announces combined fines of £1.3 million Annexio and Rank Group found breaching social responsibilities Both operators accept failings and agree to pay fine The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) recently announced that it had imposed a total of £1.3 million in combined fines. The fines were slapped on two operators for failing to meet...
Summary UKGC says National Strategy is reducing problem gambling Multi-agency approach is beginning to show results Gambling regulator benefits from best practices The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has been on a mission for the last few years to reduce problem gambling across the UK. The UK experienced a surge in problem gambling over the last...
Summary 2005 Gaming Act review could change political climate BGC CEO Michael Dugher shares his views Protect gamblers but do not over do things A special commission in the UK are currently reviewing the 2005 Gambling Act and are expected to recommend significant changes. The proposed changes will have a big impact on the political...
Summary UK DCMS gambling minister shares plans to minimize problem gambling Push to create a data repository for UK players Info on white paper that looks at 2005 Gaming Act In his speech at GambleAware’s ninth annual conference, UK DCMS gambling minister Chris Philp dwelt on plans to neutralize gambling harm. The minister also dished...
Summary Top MPs push for £2 limit On iGaming Transactions They say £2 limit is mandatory to stop problem gambling Urge Government To Act quickly The licensed online gambling industry in the UK is feeling the heat as over 100 members of parliament (MPs) led by ex-Tory leader Iain Duncan Smith and 18 bishops have...