Industry
November 8, 2023
UKGC Names Nick Rust as Industry Forum Chair
The United Kingdom’s Gambling Commission (UKGC) has announced the appointment of Nick Rust as the chairman of its Industry Forum. According to the regulator, Rust will step into the office in November and will serve an initial two-year term. The UKGC noted that its Industry Forum will be made up of members from the United […]
Industry
November 3, 2023
UKGC Boss Highlights Importance of Cooperation Between Regulators
Amid the expansion of online gambling and the continuous evolution of the sector, robust and effective regulations that ensure a safe, secure and fair service for the consumers remain a strategic priority. In general, regulations when it comes to retail or iGaming activities vary from one country to another. While some countries across Europe have […]
Industry
October 31, 2023
UKGC Welcomes Seven New Commissioners
The United Kingdom’s Gambling Commission (UKGC) has welcomed seven new commissioners. Commencing September 11, 2023, these new appointees bring varied skill sets to the British regulator’s team. According to the announcement, Charles Counsell, Helen Dodds, Sheree Howard and Claudia Mortimore will serve 5-year terms, while Lloydette Bai-Marrow, Helen Philips and David Rossington have been appointed […]
Industry
October 18, 2023
Andrew Rhodes Spoke on the White Paper at the IAGR Conference
Two days ago, Andrew Rhodes from the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) spoke at the International Association of Gambling Regulators (IAGR) Conference, explaining the nature of the white paper and the reasoning behind the proposed measures. Rhodes Highlighted the Regulator’s Values At the opening of his speech, Rhodes noted that many people in Britain feel very […]
Industry
October 17, 2023
UK’s Mandatory Levy Seeks to Minimize the Industry’s Impact on Treatment Services
The United Kingdom is set to consult the implementation of the mandatory levy which will replace the current voluntary system. The measure seeks to prevent the gambling industry’s influence on how gambling harm treatment services are operated. Under the rules outlined in the Gambling Act white paper, online gambling companies will have to pay 1% […]
Industry
October 11, 2023
UKGC Close to Signing Multiple MOUs with US Regulators
Tim Miller, the executive director of the United Kingdom’s Gambling Commission (UKGC), spoke during the recent G2E conference in Las Vegas, saying that his team is close to sealing several Memoranda of Understanding with a number of US regulators. In line with Miller’s call for unity, the move would improve the relationship between the British […]
Industry
October 11, 2023
Tim Miller Highlights the Importance of Collaboration in Gambling Regulation
Tim Miller, executive director of the United Kingdom’s Gambling Commission (UKGC) addressed the current state of the industry from the perspective of the British regulator. During yesterday’s Global Gaming Expo (G2E), Miller commented on some of the latest developments in global gaming. Miller started his speech with a brief discussion of the British market, noting […]
Industry
October 10, 2023
Stoke MP: Reforms Must Protect Jobs and Raise Industry Standards
Stoke MP Jo Gideon has commented on the ongoing white paper consultations. Reflecting the sentiments of many of her fellow Conservatives, Gideon criticized the post-white paper indecisiveness and asked the UKGC to “keep with the political direction” set by the government. Gideon weighed on the industry’s importance to Stoke-on-Trent, which is one of the biggest […]
Industry
September 27, 2023
Tim Miller Teases Information about the Second Batch of White Paper Consultations
UKGC executive director Tim Miller recently spoke at the Regulating the Game Conference, highlighting the topics that will be discussed during the next white paper consultations. With the first consultations set to end in October, Miller believes that the industry should start preparing for the next batch. The First Consultations Attracted 1,800+ Responses Miller started […]
Industry
September 26, 2023
Tim Miller Provides Insights into UKGC’s Gambling Review Progress
Tim Miller, the executive director of the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC), recently shared valuable information regarding the regulator’s progress on the contentious issues raised in the UK Gambling Review. Addressing an international audience, Miller provided context on the generational review of the UK’s gambling laws and its implications for consumers and stakeholders. Some Measures Face […]
