How Entain aims to offset UK gambling tax increases
Entain released its financial results for 2025 on 5 March 2026, reporting figures that slightly surpassed market expectations. The company also outlined plans to counterbalance rising gambling taxes in the UK through cost-cutting measures across the group. Following the announcement, Entain’s share price climbed by nearly 8%, according to Reuters. The gambling group, which owns […]
BGC launches interactive quiz to raise awareness of gambling black market
The initiative is part of a broader industry campaign aimed at highlighting the risks associated with unregulated gambling platforms. The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) has unveiled a new interactive online quiz called “Spot The Black Market”, designed to help players recognise the difference between licensed gambling websites and illegal operators. The tool forms part […]
Long-running North Devon charity saved thanks to National Lottery grant
Sunrise Diversity secures nearly £500,000 from the National Lottery Community Fund to safeguard its future Students, staff and volunteers at Sunrise Diversity have expressed their deep appreciation after receiving £500,000 in National Lottery funding, ensuring the organisation can continue its vital work. A charity based in Barnstaple that has been described as a ‘lifeline’ for […]
Nationwide figures highlight concerns over heavy gambling among a minority of UK customers
Newly released figures from Nationwide Building Society point to rising gambling activity among its customers, with the top 10% of bettors now wagering an average of £745 each month. The data has prompted fresh warnings about the risks facing a small but vulnerable segment of the population. The building society reported that gambling transactions climbed […]
IAmConfident secures almost £20,000 in National Lottery funding
Nearly £20,000 in funding has been awarded to IAmConfident through the The National Lottery Community Fund. The Poole-based charity, which supports women in developing confidence, resilience and positive mental health, has received £19,996 to grow its services. Established in 2019 by Hayley Stephens, IAmConfident was created after she identified a broader community need while managing […]
UK gambling watchdog to weigh allowing punters to pay in crypto
The UK Gambling Commission is set to examine whether licensed betting operators should be allowed to accept cryptocurrency payments, as the country advances plans to regulate digital assets. The Financial Conduct Authority is due to complete its framework for overseeing crypto-related activity in 2026, with implementation anticipated by late 2027. Gambling companies could be among […]
Isle of Wight fraudster stole £13,000 for gambling addiction
An Isle of Wight carer has admitted defrauding his three vulnerable uncles of more than £13,000 to support his gambling habit and clear outstanding debts. Jack Nicholson, of South Street, Ryde, appeared before Isle of Wight magistrates on Tuesday, February 24. The 32-year-old pleaded guilty to fraud by abuse of position and theft from the […]
GamCare welcomes statutory levy-funded Wales Gambling Helpline
GamCare has voiced its support for the launch of a dedicated gambling helpline in Wales, with CEO Victoria Corbishley stressing that a coordinated approach is essential to ensure clarity for those seeking help. She underlined that the “shared aim” should be to “minimise any confusion for those reaching out in moments of vulnerability.” The Welsh […]
Black market fight to test UK gambling’s will, patience & stomach
At the Annual General Meeting of the Betting and Gaming Council (BGC), one theme overshadowed all others: dismantling the black market is the next generational test for Britain’s gambling sector. The bigger question lingering in the room, however, was whether the industry can maintain unity and credibility in a climate where it remains politically and […]
ComeOn! unveils World Cup ad campaign featuring Jeremy Piven
The flagship brand of the ComeOn Group has revealed a brand-new television campaign ahead of the 2026 World Cup, representing the company’s largest coordinated multi-market brand push to date. The campaign marks the return of Emmy Award-winning actor Jeremy Piven, following a successful 2025 partnership that secured a nomination for Sweden’s respected 100-wattaren award, which […]
Wales Gambling Helpline to launch in April: how to get support
A new service designed to address gambling-related harm is set to launch in Wales this April. The Wales Gambling Helpline will officially begin operating on April 1, providing advice, emotional support and referrals to treatment for people affected by gambling harm, as well as for families and loved ones impacted by someone else’s gambling. Alongside […]
GambleAware Marks Final Chapter with Legacy Report Ahead of Closure
The UK’s national gambling harm charity GambleAware has published its final legacy report as it prepares to wind down operations next month, bringing to a close more than two decades at the centre of Britain’s gambling harm framework. Established in 2002, GambleAware served as the leading commissioner of research, education and treatment (RET) initiatives funded […]
BBC Pulls Online Story Following Backlash Over Care Home Fraud Case
The BBC has taken down an online article after criticism that it appeared to frame a former care home manager as a victim, despite his conviction for stealing £250,000 from residents to fund a gambling addiction. The piece focused on Ben Howard, who was sentenced in 2024 to three years and four months in prison […]
UK Government Considers Blocking Unlicensed Gambling Firms from Sports Sponsorships
Gambling operators without a valid UK licence could soon be prevented from sponsoring clubs in the Premier League and other British sporting competitions, the government confirmed on Monday. Ministers have announced plans to open discussions in the coming months about introducing a prohibition. The proposal is aimed at “mitigate the risks associated with the illegal […]
UKGC Licensing Fee Review: What the Proposed Changes Could Mean for Gambling
The UK government has opened a consultation on proposed updates to the licensing fees charged by the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC). At first glance, this may appear to be a technical issue affecting only operators and regulators. In reality, changes to licensing costs can have broader knock-on effects for communities, local businesses, and players across […]
UKGC Data Highlights Shifts in Player Behaviour Following Slot Stake Limits
New figures from the United Kingdom Gambling Commission (UKGC) reveal notable changes in online gambling patterns after the introduction of maximum stake limits for online slots in 2025. The UKGC’s operator data, spanning March 2020 to December 2025, shows that total online gross gambling yield (GGY) for Q3 of the 2025–26 financial year reached £1.5 […]