Sports
June 28, 2024
UK Bettors Hesitant to Back Their National Team
Despite a strong start in the tournament, only a fifth of UK bettors are backing the Three Lions to win EURO 2024, according to new data from Entain. This insight reveals a significant lack of confidence among UK fans, even as England secured the top spot in Group C. While the team’s lackluster performance dissuaded […]
Industry
June 28, 2024
Election Gambling Scandal: Labour Shares Tory’s Alleged Gambling Problem
Earlier in the week, the United Kingdom’s Gambling Commission (UKGC) announced it was investigating Labour Party’s Kevin Craig for allegedly placing a bet against himself. This brought his suspension from the party and prompted them to return the £100,000 ($126,000) that Craig had donated. The news broke amid what appears to be a never-ending gambling […]
Business
June 28, 2024
Entain UK Names Industry Heavyweight Charlotte Emery as CMO
Entain has appointed industry heavyweight Charlotte Emery as the new chief marketing officer of its UK business. In this position, she will be responsible for the brand’s marketing amid a transformational period. As mentioned, Emery is no stranger to the gambling industry, having already spent some four years at the British gambling giant William Hill. […]
Industry
June 27, 2024
Sir Philip Davies, Latest Tory Allegedly Caught Up in Gambling Probe
Another day, another election betting scandal in the UK. Earlier in the week, it was announced that Welsh Parliament member Russell George was under investigation for an alleged bet on the timing of the general election. The politician became the fifth Conservative politician faced with inquiries by the Gambling Commission, the body responsible for licensing, […]
Industry
June 27, 2024
GambleAware Asks the Next Government to Take a Firmer Stance on Gambling Ads
GambleAware continues its push for a ban on betting ads at sporting events, arguing that such a measure has the public’s backing. The charity quoted recent research that underscored public support for stricter controls on gambling advertising. As the betting industry continues to grow, GambleAware believes that a more impactful approach is needed. Despite praising […]
Industry
June 26, 2024
Labour Suspends Candidate Who Bet against Himself, Lib Dem Leader Admits to Betting
The United Kingdom’s Gambling Commission is now investigating yet another politician, this time from the Labour Party. According to reports, Kevin Craig, the party’s candidate for Central Suffolk and North Ipswich, has placed a wager against himself. Craig was suspended from his party after the Labour learned of his wager. In addition, the party will […]
Industry
June 26, 2024
More People Get Incriminated in the British Elections Betting Scandal
The UK Gambling Commission suggested that five more police officers have wagered on the timing of Rishi Sunak’s snap election. The national election has become the subject of controversy amid instances of potential insider betting. According to the Metropolitan Police, the officers in question were providing protection to royals, politicians and diplomats. No one has […]
Industry
June 25, 2024
APG Publishes Inquiry Report on Gambling-Related Harm
The Northern Ireland Assembly All Party Group (APG) on Reducing Harm Related to Gambling has released a comprehensive report following an extensive inquiry into public health approaches to addressing gambling-related harm in Northern Ireland. The inquiry, running from December 2022 to January 2024, gathered evidence from over 30 witnesses through oral testimonies and received 45 […]
Legal
June 25, 2024
UKGC Investigates Another Conservative over Election Date Bets
Yet another British Conservative Party member is being investigated over potential insider betting. The investigation by the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) comes amid a gambling scandal over Tory politicians placing wagers on political outcomes. The fourth Conservative Party administration member suspected of being involved in the scandal is its chief data officer, Nick Mason. Like […]
Sports
June 25, 2024
Fiaz-Baker Boxing Rematch Cancelled Due to Suspicious Betting Activities
Promoter Eddie Hearn canceled the super-featherweight rematch between Aqib Fiaz and Kane Baker just hours before the fight, claiming that it was due to irregular betting activities. The match had been scheduled as part of the undercard for Tyler Denny’s European middleweight title bout against Felix Cash in Birmingham. Hearn Initiates Investigation into Fiaz-Baker Rematch […]
