Industry
October 8, 2025
UKGC Moves Ahead with Mandatory Deposit Limits to Strengthen Player Protection
The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) is moving forward with new measures to strengthen consumer protections and help players control their spending. This measure marks another milestone in a broader overhaul of responsible gambling measures. The UKGC noted that these measures are necessary to keep pace with shifting industry dynamics and a rise in gambling harm. […]
Industry
October 7, 2025
Calls for a Ban on Gambling Ads in London’s Public Transport Rise Again
The issue of gambling advertisements on London’s buses, trains, and Underground stations has resurfaced, with Ministers now facing renewed pressure to establish a formal definition of harmful gambling. This would enable the Mayor of London to implement a ban on betting ads across public transport. Organizations Call for Ban on Gambling Ads in London’s TfL […]
Industry
October 7, 2025
Plumpton Racecourse Breaks Ranks to Support Levy Reform Plan
The Plumpton Racecourse now stands against much of the UK racing establishment by endorsing a proposal to reform the way UK horse racing is financed. The Sussex venue recently submitted a paper to HM Treasury, backing the Social Market Foundation’s (SMF) plan to increase the Horserace Betting Levy twofold to 20% and lower the general […]
Lottery
October 7, 2025
Lottery Winner Goes on a Bender After Winning $1.3M, Ends Up in Hospital
Adam Lopez, a Norfolk, England resident, who won $1.3 million, had too much of a good thing, with the man ending up in hospital on September 10, suffering from pulmonary embolism. This came on the tail of a party bender that saw Lopez lean heavily into the win and enjoy the finer things of life […]
Industry
October 6, 2025
UK Gambling Commission Reports 1.4M Struggle with Gambling Problems
According to groundbreaking figures released by the United Kingdom’s Gambling Commission (UKGC), an estimated 1.4 million adults in Britain, comprising more than 2.5% of the country’s adult population, struggle with a gambling problem. UKGC Publishes Concerning Findings on People With Gambling Issues Gambling is deeply ingrained in UK culture, with betting shops being a familiar […]
Legal
October 6, 2025
Former Ladbrokes Chief to Appear in UK Court over Bribery Charges
Ex-Ladbrokes CEO Kenny Alexander appeared in a London courtroom on Monday alongside other former senior figures from the gambling industry. The defendants face allegations of bribery and fraud linked to the operator’s controversial past operations in Turkey. If found guilty, the accused could face substantial penalties, including up to 10 years’ imprisonment and significant fines. […]
Industry
October 6, 2025
Entain Might Scale Down Its Presence in the UK as Tax Hike Debates Continue
Entain’s chief executive officer, Stella David, has warned against raising the United Kingdom’s gaming taxes, as it could lead to the shutdown of gambling shops, depriving communities of jobs. Entain Might Reconsider Its Investment Level in the UK Speaking to The Times, David commented on the UK’s mulled gambling tax hike, saying that the passing […]
Lottery
October 6, 2025
British Player Wins Life-Altering $14.29M Jackpot from National Lottery
One lucky lottery player in the United Kingdom will forever change their life, as they have won a major jackpot – $14.29 million or £10.6 million from the Saturday drawing on October 4, 2025. This comes shortly after another ticket won the $35 million jackpot from EuroMillions on Friday, October 3. Winning Lottery Numbers in […]
Casino
October 3, 2025
Discover the Geckoplay App: 8,000 Games, Skill-Based Arcades, and Instant Withdrawals
Geckoplay is one of the largest online casinos in the United Kingdom, providing players with an unmatched variety of 8,000+ games developed by the industry’s leading suppliers. The website, which makes it easy to access directly through the Geckoplay app (available on both Apple Store and Google Play), provides players with quick access to the […]
Casino
October 3, 2025
Paddy Power Sportsbook at Hippodrome Casino Goes Live
Paddy Power has opened a new brick-and-mortar sportsbook at the famous Hippodrome Casino in London. This is notably the company’s first sportsbook inside a land-based casino in the UK, the launch of which was made possible by recent land-based gambling reforms. Paddy Power’s New Sportsbook Offers New Opportunities Paddy Power’s new sportsbook had its opening […]
