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The UK Gambling Commission has confirmed the widespread introduction of financial risk assessments (FRAs), a regulatory measure designed to identify customers experiencing financial difficulties due to gambling. The announcement, made on Tuesday, comes despite significant opposition from the…
The National Lottery is set to introduce Powerball to the UK market on 21 July, marking the first time the iconic US lottery draw will be available outside of the United States. Subject to final regulatory approval, Allwyn…
The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has announced that license fees for gambling operators will increase by 25% starting October 1, adding to the growing financial pressures on the industry. The fee hike, confirmed by the Department for Culture,…
A new trade body has been established to promote self-regulation within the UK prize draw sector, according to an announcement covered by iGaming Business. The initiative follows the implementation last month of a voluntary code of conduct focused…
The UK's Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has issued a warning to online casino operator Mr Vegas over a social media advertisement on Facebook that promoted four slot games, including 'PINK ELEPHANTS'. The ASA ruled that the ad featured…
Everton Football Club has announced a significant change to its sponsorship portfolio, replacing its front-of-shirt partnership with international betting firm Stake with a deal with CMC Markets, a financial trading and spread betting platform. The move, which had…
The British gambling sector is raising alarms over a proposed increase in tax on land-based gaming machines, warning that the measure could threaten the viability of venues and lead to job losses. The proposal, put forward by the…
On Monday 29 June 2026, Craig Williams and Amy Hind pleaded guilty to offences of cheating under section 42(1)(a) of the Gambling Act 2005, in connection with betting on the timing of the General Election. The UK Gambling…
The UK Gambling Commission has announced that Tim Miller, Executive Director of Policy & Research, will depart from the regulator in September 2026 after a decade of service. Miller, who has been a key figure in shaping the…
The Wimbledon Championships, one of the most prestigious events in tennis, is set to return in 2026, and major sportsbooks including bet365, Betway, and Betfair are preparing for what they describe as the 'most important' two weeks of…
