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Paddy Power Forced to Remove “Socially Irresponsible” Ad

Paddy Power Forced to Remove “Socially Irresponsible” Ad

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)....

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GambleAware Launches New Lived Experience Initiative To Get The Public Involved

GambleAware Launches New Lived Experience Initiative To Get The Public Involved

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...

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UK Makes Plans To Run 2022 Safer Gambling Week From October 17-23

UK Makes Plans To Run 2022 Safer Gambling Week From October 17-23

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...

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UKGC Chair Says Operator Accountability Must Be Prioritized to Reduce Gambling Harm

UKGC Chair Says Operator Accountability Must Be Prioritized to Reduce Gambling Harm

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...

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UK iGaming Market GGY Reported Decline In Jan to March 2022

UK iGaming Market GGY Reported Decline In Jan to March 2022

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...

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University of Bristol Inaugurates New Research Center To Study Gambling-Related Harm

University of Bristol Inaugurates New Research Center To Study Gambling-Related Harm

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...

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UKGC Asks Court To Approve Allwyn Lottery License Award

UKGC Asks Court To Approve Allwyn Lottery License Award

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...

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BGC Hosts First Ever AML Group Gambling Training Program

BGC Hosts First Ever AML Group Gambling Training Program

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)....

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UKGC Admits New Gambling Products Have Challenged Current Regulations

UKGC Admits New Gambling Products Have Challenged Current Regulations

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...

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UK Parliamentary Watchdog Accused Of Favoring Gambling Industry

UK Parliamentary Watchdog Accused Of Favoring Gambling Industry

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...

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YouGov Finds Inflation Hikes Starting to Affect Gambling Sector

YouGov Finds Inflation Hikes Starting to Affect Gambling Sector

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,...

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Sky Vegas Incurs £1.2m Penalty for Sending Betting Promos to Ex-Addicts

Sky Vegas Incurs £1.2m Penalty for Sending Betting Promos to Ex-Addicts

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...

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NHS England Cuts Ties To GambleAware And Will Fund Their Own Programs

NHS England Cuts Ties To GambleAware And Will Fund Their Own Programs

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...

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Childhood Arcade Games Leads To Potential Gambling Problems?

Childhood Arcade Games Leads To Potential Gambling Problems?

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...

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UK PM Tenure Uncertainty Causes UK Gambling Reforms Delay

UK PM Tenure Uncertainty Causes UK Gambling Reforms Delay

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....

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UKGC Issues Combined Fines Of £1.3m To Annexio and Rank Group

UKGC Issues Combined Fines Of £1.3m To Annexio and Rank Group

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...

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UKGC’s National Strategy On Reducing Problem Gambling Is Working

UKGC’s National Strategy On Reducing Problem Gambling Is Working

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...

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UK Could Experience Political Switch Based On Response To Gambling Act Review

UK Could Experience Political Switch Based On Response To Gambling Act Review

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...

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UK Gambling Minister’s Speech Calls for Measures to Combat Gambling Harm

UK Gambling Minister’s Speech Calls for Measures to Combat Gambling Harm

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...

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UK MPs Call For Betting Cap On Online Gambling Transactions

UK MPs Call For Betting Cap On Online Gambling Transactions

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...

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