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More illegal machines off the streets following London swoops 05/2013 The number of gaming machine seizures in London this year went beyond the 150 mark following another series of co-ordinated multi-agency operations supported by the Gambling Commission.
Council secures illegal gaming machine prosecution 05/2013 Spelthorne Council, with support from the Gambling Commission, has recently secured convictions for two individuals for making an unlicensed gaming machine available for public use at a pub in Ashford.
Crackdown on under-age gambling in Milton Keynes 05/2013 The Gambling Commission recently supported some test purchasing activity by Milton Keynes Council. at 10 gambling premises.
Pub betting penalties send warning message to licensees 04/2013 We have imposed an £8,000 financial penalty on a licensed bookmaker who persisted in operating betting in pubs in West Wales.
Mary Chapman and Robert Foster appointed to the Gambling Commission 03/2013 Hugh Robertson, the Minister for Sport and Tourism, has appointed Mary Chapman and Robert Foster as Commissioners of the Gambling Commission.
Gambling Commission issues fairground reminder 03/2013 We have issued a reminder on the rules for buying, maintaining and operating fruit machines at fairgrounds ahead of the start of the traditional summer season.
Suspicious betting patterns in Football Conference South 03/2013 The Gambling Commission’s Sports Betting Intelligence Unit and the FA have become aware of suspicious betting activity on a number of matches played in the Football Conference South.
Suspension of operating licence 03/2013 The Gambling Commission has commenced a review under section 116 of the Gambling Act 2005 and has decided to suspend a Remote Betting Operating Licence.
Commission briefs London boroughs on tackling illegal gaming machines 02/2013 Cracking down on illegal gambling was top of the agenda at a training event run by the Gambling Commission’s Local Authority Liaison Unit (LALU) at Westminster City Council this month.
Joint press release on behalf the Gambling Commission, Inspired Gaming Group and William Hill Organisation Limited 02/2013 Gaming Machine Supplier Inspired Gaming Group and William Hill Organisation Ltd have agreed to make a joint ex gratia payment of £300,000 to the Responsible Gambling Trust; to be used at the Trust's discretion.
Survey on personal licence maintenance process 02/2013 The Commission is launching its personal licence maintenance customer survey this month, aimed at finding out the views of licence holders on the personal licence maintenance checks process which started last August.
Convicted criminal forced to hand over nearly £20,000 02/2013 A man from Preston who ran illegal money lending and gambling businesses has been forced to forfeit nearly £20,000.
Gambling Commission on call at ICE Totally Gaming 2013 02/2013 The Gambling Commission will use ICE Totally Gaming 2013 event to remind industry stakeholders to make use of the confidential intelligence telephone line.
More machines seized 01/2013 Three gaming machines were seized from a premises in Peterborough as part of an operation led by Cambridgeshire Police.
Appointment of legal advisers 01/2013 The Gambling Commission has completed a review of its legal panel.
Are there risks posed by the convergence of social gaming and gambling? 01/2013 In a speech to industry experts, Gambling Commission Chairman Philip Graf has highlighted the Commission’s continuing work in assessing the potential risks of social gambling.
Commission briefs London boroughs on tackling illegal poker 01/2013 Helping local authorities to tackle illegal poker was the key aim of the Gambling Commission’s Local Authority Liaison Unit (LALU) event in London yesterday.
Commission welcomes select committee response 01/2013 Commission welcomes select committee response following the government’s response to the Select Committee’s report The Gambling Act 2005, A bet worth taking.
Consultation on proposals for changes to maximum stake and prize limits for category B, C and D gaming machines 01/2013 The Department of culture, media and sport (DCMS) have published proposals for changes to maximum stake and prize limits for category B, C and D gaming machines.
Commission welcomes select committee response 01/2013 Commission welcomes select committee response following the government’s response to the Select Committee’s report “the Gambling Act 2005, A bet worth taking”.
Consultation on proposals for changes to maximum stake and prize limits for category B, C and D gaming machines 01/2013 DCMS have published proposals for changes to maximum stake and prize limits for category B, C and D gaming machines.
Gambling Commission appoints Sir Christopher Kelly as Chair of the Responsible Gambling Strategy Board 12/2012 Sir Christopher Kelly has been appointed as the Chair of the independent Responsible Gambling Strategy Board (RGSB).
Government to consult on amount society lotteries give to good causes 12/2012 A government consultation on whether to change the minimum amount of proceeds that a society lottery has to return to good causes will be launched in the New Year.
Another club premises certificate withdrawn in poker case 12/2012 A club premises certificate has been withdrawn from a Reigate social club following a local authority investigation into alleged illegal poker.
Latest industry statistics published 12/2012 The Gambling Commission has published the industry statistics for the year covering 1 April 2011 to 31 March 2012.
Visitor feedback at the heart of website improvements 12/2012 Feedback from the Gambling Commission's 30,000+ monthly website visitors is helping to drive forward improvements to its content, navigation, and functionality.
Remote reform bill published 12/2012 DCMS has published draft legislation to amend the Gambling Act 2005 so that remote gambling is regulated on a point of consumption basis.
More machines seized 11/2012 The Gambling Commission is continuing to provide support and expertise to Haringey Borough Council’s continuing multi agency operation to remove illegal and unlicensed gambling machines from the borough.
Revocations result as personal licence holders depart 11/2012 The Gambling Commission has revoked more than 250 personal licences in cases where personal licence holders who have held their licences for over five years have failed to pay the maintenance fee.
Commission targets Institute of Licensing event for illegal machines briefing 11/2012 Keeping local authorities up to speed on illegal gaming machines was one of the key aims of the Gambling Commission’s Local Authority Liaison Unit (LALU) last week, when it attended the Institute of Licensing Officers (IOL) conference in Birmingham.
Commission clarifies ‘private’ poker rules for clubs and pubs 10/2012 The Gambling Commission has warned owners of clubs, pubs and hotels that hosting poker as private gaming is not possible without excluding public access.
Custodial sentence in 'Skillette' case 10/2012 An illegal supplier of gaming machines has been jailed following a Gambling Commission investigation into the provision of ‘Skillette’ machines.
Firms advised to check as personal management revocations near 10/2012 The Gambling Commission is reminding gambling businesses to ensure they remain unaffected by the revocation of personal licences held since 1 September 2007.
Gambling Commission publishes revised Guidance to Licensing Authorities 10/2012 Gambling Commission publishes revised Guidance to Licensing Authorities
Online payment available ahead of deadline 09/2012 Personal licence holders who have created an account at eServices-Personal and whose maintenance fee falls due this week can pay their fee online5 ahead of Sunday’s deadline.
Illegal gaming machines seized in raids across Haringey 09/2012 Forty nine illegal gaming machines were seized in raids on clubs across Haringey.
Final reminder for initial personal maintenance checks 09/2012 The Gambling Commission has issued a final reminder to personal licence holders licensed since 1 September 2007 who have yet to pay their fee and complete their five-year personal maintenance check.
Registrations on the rise for personal maintenance checks 09/2012 People completing five-year maintenance checks with the Gambling Commission have been registering online in their hundreds to check their details and pay their fee.
Betting shop premises licensing 09/2012 The Gambling Commission has published an exchange of correspondence with regard to the licensing of betting shops by licensing authorities.
Gambling Commission welcomes outcome of judicial review 08/2012 The Gambling Commission welcomes the court’s decision on Camelot’s application for a judicial review.
Man arrested on suspicion of being involved in illegal gambling 08/2012 A man has been arrested on suspicion of facilitating illegal gambling in Tenbury.
Gambling Commission cuts maintenance fee for personal functional licences 08/2012 The Gambling Commission has confirmed a 20% reduction in personal maintenance licence fees.
Final countdown to Personal Maintenance Checks 08/2012 Personal licence holders should register online ahead of their five-year personal licence maintenance fee payments which begin to fall due next month.
Preston pair jailed 07/2012 A father and son from Preston who ran illegal money lending and gambling businesses have been sentenced at a hearing at Preston Crown Court.
Commission welcomes WPBSA action 07/2012 The Gambling Commission has welcomed the conclusion of a WPBSA investigation into suspicious betting patterns.
Guilty plea in illegal gaming machines investigation 07/2012 A 55 year-old man from Southampton has pleaded guilty to a total of 11 offences under the Gambling Act 2005 (the Act) at Birmingham Crown Court.
Illegal gaming machines seized in joint operation 07/2012 The Gambling Commission took part in a joint operation this week with the Metropolitan Police and Haringey Borough Council, during which 44 suspected illegal gaming machines were removed from the area.
Personal licence holders encouraged to register online 07/2012 Personal licence holders should register online ahead of their five-year personal licence maintenance fee payments which begin to fall due in September 2012.
Gambling Commission publishes annual report and accounts 07/2012 Gambling Commission publishes annual report and accounts for 2011/12.
Gambling Commission welcomes verdict in poker club case 07/2012 The Gambling Commission and Hackney Council welcomed a court verdict rejecting an appeal against the removal of a club gaming permit and club premises certificate from a premises offering poker in Hackney.
Guilty verdicts for Preston pair 06/2012 A father and son from Preston have been found guilty of running an illegal money lending business and other offences following a 13 day trial at Preston Crown Court.
Countdown to five-year personal licence maintenance fee payments - three months to go 06/2012 The Gambling Commission is again reminding personal licence holders to update the Commission on any changes to circumstances or key events that could affect their licence.
Take-away boss fined 05/2012 A take-away owner from Orpington Kent was fined £250 and ordered to pay costs and charges after pleading guilty to illegally making gaming machines available for use at a take-away premises.
Confidential calls continue to be actioned 05/2012 The Gambling Commission’s confidential intelligence line (0121 230 6655) has again proved its worth according to figures published at the end of a second full year of operation.
Deadline for local authority returns nears 05/2012 Licensing authorities are being reminded that submission of their annual return to the Gambling Commission is required by Monday 14 May.
Gaming machines seized in Hull 05/2012 Hull City Council working in partnership with Humberside Police, Gambling Commission and Her Majesty’s Revenue and Customs has seized six high payment machines at two premises in the city.
Gambling Commission supports Metropolitan Police 04/2012 Man jailed for three years after using fraudulent international passports, identity cards and false utility bills to open various online gambling accounts.
Gambling Commission issues fairground reminder 04/2012 The Gambling Commission is reminding the funfair industry of the rules on buying, maintaining and operating fruit machines at fairgrounds.
Convictions appealed 04/2012 On 27 March 2011, three men were found guilty of a total of 42 offences under the Gambling Act 2005 relating to the operation of unlicensed adult gaming centres and a betting shop.
Information note proposed changes to Gambling Commission licence fees 03/2012 The Gambling Commission has recently concluded a joint public consultation exercise with the Department for Culture, Media and Sport on proposals to reduce the overall amount in licence fees paid to the Commission.
Gambling Commission supports Lothian and Borders Police 03/2012 Police in the Scottish Borders were yesterday involved in a joint initiative with the Gambling Commission focusing on potential illegal betting taking place during the Cheltenham Festival.
Countdown to five-year personal licence maintenance fee payments continues 03/2012 The Gambling Commission is again reminding personal licence holders to update the Commission on any changes to circumstances or key events that could affect their licence.
Machines seized as Gambling Commission lends support to Operation Condor 02/2012 Gambling Commission officers provided support and expertise to the Metropolitan Police in one of their largest policing operations this year - Operation Condor.
Gambling Commission strengthens relationships 02/2012 Three specialists have recently joined the Gambling Commission, each bringing with them expertise and knowledge to support development of our expertise in house and help strengthen our relationships with other regulators and law enforcement agencies.
Gambling Commission issues competitions reminder to publishers 02/2012 The Gambling Commission is reminding publishers to take note of its advice on prize competitions and free draws after a national newspaper refunded participants to a reader competition.
55 year-old man summonsed in illegal gambling investigation 02/2012 The Gambling Commission has summonsed a 55 year-old man with regard to a total of 11 offences under the Gambling Act 2005.
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Simplified technical standards documents available online 06/2012 The Gambling Commission has published five consolidated gaming machine technical standards documents. There have been no recent changes to the standards but the new publications are simpler to use than in the past.
Licensing Officers attend Edinburgh briefing 11/2011 Licensing Officers attend Edinburgh briefing on gambling regulation.
Gambling Commission lends support to Operation Opulent 11/2011 The Gambling Commission provided support and expertise to officers from Lothian and Borders Police as part of Operation Opulent.
The Gambling Commission appoints Brian Pomeroy as Chair of the Responsible Gambling Strategy Board 11/2011 Brian Pomeroy CBE has been appointed as the Chair of the independent Responsible Gambling Strategy Board (RGSB) for the period until March 2013.
Category C and complex D technical standards update 11/2011 The Gambling Commission recently consulted on amendments to the technical standards applicable to category C gaming machines. The amendments relate to speed of play, live jackpots and game links.
Two sentenced over lottery fraud 10/2011 A 56-year-old man has been jailed for 28 months for fraud and theft offences committed while he worked for a lottery company based in Nottinghamshire.
Nine arrested on suspicion of fraud 10/2011 Police have executed warrants at ten addresses across Merseyside and Glasgow and arrested nine men as part of an investigation into suspicious betting activity.
The Secretary of State for Culture, Olympics, Media and Sport wishes to appoint up to four new Commissioners 09/2011 Gambling Commission – Commissioners: The Secretary of State for Culture, Olympics, Media and Sport wishes to appoint up to four new Commissioners starting on 1 January 2012.
Commissioner re-appointed to Gambling Commission Board 09/2011 The Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) has announced the re-appointment of Peter Teague as Gambling Commission Commissioners.
Countdown to five-year personal licence maintenance fee payments 09/2011 The Gambling Commission is reminding personal licence holders to update the Commission on any changes to circumstances or key events that could affect their licence.
Category C and complex D technical standards 08/2011 Results of the consultation on amendments to the technical standards applicable to category C gaming machines. The amendments relate to speed of play, live jackpots and game links.
DCMS confirms sale of Tote is completed 07/2011 DCMS confirms sale of Tote is completed.
DCMS has announced planned changes to remote gambling laws 07/2011 DCMS has announced that British consumers will be better protected by planned changes to gambling laws.
DCMS implements B3 gaming machines changes 07/2011 The Department for Culture, Media and Sport has implemented an increase in stake for B3 gaming machines and has changed the number of B3 gaming machines permitted in adult gaming centres and bingo premises.
Suspension of operating licence 07/2011 The Gambling Commission has commenced a review under section 116 of the Gambling Act 2005 and has decided to suspend a General Betting Standard Operating Licence.
Interim appointment to the Responsible Gambling Strategy Board - Russell Hoyle joins as industry expert 06/2011 The Gambling Commission is pleased to welcome Russell Hoyle to the Responsible Gambling Strategy Board as an industry expert.
Three men summonsed for the illegal provision of facilities for gambling 06/2011 Summonses have been served by the Gambling Commission on three men with regard to a total of 42 offences under the Gambling Act 2005.
Calls to confidential intelligence line double 06/2011 Calls to the Gambling Commission’s confidential intelligence line have almost doubled in the last six months.
Pub betting reminder follows Cumbria convictions 05/2011 The Gambling Commission is reminding bookmakers and landlords of the law on betting in pub premises after fines totally more than £6,000 were levied on a bookmaker and pub landlord in Cumbria.
Co-ordinated action leads to machine seizures 05/2011 The Gambling Commission has seized gaming machine equipment and other assets following a co-ordinated national operation.
Bingo premises must primarily offer bingo 04/2011 The Gambling Commission has reminded licensed operators that licensed bingo premises must offer bingo as the primary gambling activity.
Gambling Commission voids bets 04/2011 The Gambling Commission (the Commission) has today concluded an investigation into suspicious betting patterns involving employees of Virgin Media and has decided to void bets totalling over £16,000 placed on TV’s the X Factor.
New Chair of Gambling Commission appointed 03/2011 Philip Graf has been appointed as the new Chairman of the Gambling Commission. The appointment is for five years commencing on 1 April 2011.
£7,000 financial penalty imposed on high street betting operator 03/2011 The Gambling Commission has formally warned two licensed operators and imposed financial penalties totalling £7,000 for breaching conditions of their operating licences.
Gaming machines seized 03/2011 Ten gaming machines, apparently supplied by an unlicensed supplier, were seized on 25 February 2011 from café style premises in North London during an operation led by the Metropolitan Police.
Suspension of operating licence 03/2011 The Gambling Commission has decided to suspend a Combined Operating Licence relating to an adult gaming centre and gaming machine supplier.
Nearly three quarters of adults in Britain gamble 02/2011 The Gambling Commission has published the British Gambling Prevalence Survey 2010. It is the third large-scale nationally representative survey of participation in gambling and the prevalence of problem gambling in Great Britain.
Audit of compliance with Code of Practice 2.1: combating problem gambling 01/2011 The Gambling Commission will shortly be undertaking spot checks to verify that the mandatory code of practice (2.1) that relates to contributions to research, education and treatment in respect of problem gambling is being adhered to.
Asset recovery hits illegal supplier for further £30,000 01/2011 A convicted illegal supplier of gaming machines faces a total bill of more than £50,000 after a confiscation hearing in Leamington Crown Court.
Betting premises must primarily offer betting 01/2011 The Gambling Commission has reminded licensed operators that betting premises must offer betting as the primary gambling activity.
Industry statistics 2009-2010 published 12/2010 The Gambling Commission has published its industry statistics for 2009/10.
Confidential intelligence line proving its worth 12/2010 In its first six months the line has received over 120 calls, a significant number of which contributed to ongoing criminal and regulatory investigations.
Speech to BACTA Convention 2010 11/2010 Director of Strategy, Research and Analysis, Matthew Hill addressed the 2010 BACTA Convention.
Skill with prize machines: Quest Gaming Ltd – Skill Stop Roulette 11/2010 The Gambling Commission has made a statement to address any potential confusion caused by recent publications by Quest Gaming Ltd regarding a machine called Skill Stop Roulette.
Two men charged following joint operation 10/2010 Two men have today (19 October) been charged with illegal money lending offences and providing facilities for gambling without a licence.
Fine for taxi-boss in gaming machines case 10/2010 The Gambling Commission supported a successful prosecution led by Hull City Council.
Warning over machines presented as games of chance 09/2010 The Gambling Commission is working with the key trade bodies in the pubs, clubs and gaming machine sectors to ensure pubs and clubs stay within the law when offering gaming and other machines.
Heavy fine for illegal machine supplier 09/2010 An illegal supplier of gaming machines has been fined a total of £16,000 following a successful Gambling Commission prosecution.
Man charged with illegal supply of gaming machines 08/2010 The Gambling Commission carried out a joint operation in the South Ribble and Preston area looking into the suspected illegal supply of gaming machines.
Five figure bill for illegal supplier as Commission turns the screw on unlicensed gaming machine businesses 08/2010 The Gambling Commission has warned that it will prosecute those who persist in supplying gaming machines illegally.
Industry statistics – changes in reporting periods 08/2010 The Gambling Commission is changing the publication date for its annual statistics document.
Challenging year for gambling industry and the regulator 07/2010 The Gambling Commission has published its Annual report and accounts for 2009/10.
Further machine seizures as fight against illegal supply continues 07/2010 The Gambling Commission played its part in a joint operation as four gaming machines were seized from a single unnamed premises in Manchester.
Joint operation in Preston 06/2010 Two men have been arrested on suspicion of the illegal provision of facilities for gambling during an operation in Preston.
Illegal supply in focus again as more machines seized 06/2010 The Gambling Commission again played its part in a joint operation as six gaming machines were seized from two unnamed premises in North Yorkshire.
Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) forms to change 06/2010 CRB forms will be changing. The new form will allow the applicant to apply for ISA (Independent Safeguarding Authority) registration and/or a CRB disclosure simultaneously.
Monitoring under-age gambling in adult gaming centres 06/2010 The Gambling Commission undertakes a rolling programme of test purchases.
Commission tightens grip on illegal machine supply 06/2010 The Gambling Commission played its part in a joint operation as ten gaming machines were seized from two unnamed premises in Liverpool.
World Cup bets are fair and safe with licensed operators 06/2010 At the start of the 2010 FIFA World Cup, the Gambling Commission is reminding punters to ensure their bet is fair and safe with a licensed betting operator.
Places available for final pair of open events 05/2010 The Gambling Commission is coming to Watford and York as the successful series of 15 open events draws to a close.
When is a prize machine a gaming machine? Gambling Commission publishes its view 05/2010 The Gambling Commission has published an advice note which sets out how it assesses whether a particular prize machine is, or is not, a gaming machine.
Gaming machines seized in Bolton joint operation 05/2010 The Gambling Commission and HMRC are conducting further enquiries after four gaming machines were seized in a joint operation in Bolton.
Seizures form part of ongoing investigation 05/2010 The Gambling Commission has seized gaming machine equipment and other assets from ten premises at locations in London, the south east and the south midlands.
Call (0121) 230 6655 in confidence to help keep gambling crime free 05/2010 The Gambling Commission has launched a new confidential intelligence line to allow gamblers, licensed operators and sports people alike to 'tip-off' the authorities on illicit gambling.
Suspension of operating licence 04/2010 The Gambling Commission has put in place a suspension of an operating licence.
Pub betting reminder in Grand National week 04/2010 In Grand National week, the Gambling Commission is reminding bookmakers and landlords of the law on betting in pub premises.
Commissioners re-appointed to the Gambling Commission Board 04/2010 The Department for Culture, Media and Sport has announced the re-appointment of Rachel Lampard and Lord McIntosh as Gambling Commission Commissioners.
High court upholds Gambling Commission’s appeal 03/2010 The Gambling Commission has won an important test case about what constitutes a gaming machine under the Gambling Act 2005.
Suspension of operating licence 03/2010 The Gambling Commission has put in place a suspension of an operating licence.
Renewed co-operation between the Gambling Commission and local authorities 03/2010 Co-regulators Concordat between the Gambling Commission and Local Authorities Coordinators of Regulatory Services (LACoRS).
Joint operation moves out machines in the north-west 03/2010 The Gambling Commission and HMRC are conducting further enquiries after six gaming machines were seized in a joint operation in the Manchester, Preston and Salford areas.
Commission issues first cautions over illegal pub poker 03/2010 The Gambling Commission has cautioned three men under the Gambling Act 2005 following a joint investigation with Cheshire Police and The Safer Halton Partnership into unlawful poker at a Runcorn pub.
The Gambling Commission meets local communities 03/2010 In the next of a series of open events the Gambling Commission is coming to Louth.
Confidential telephone line 03/2010 The Gambling Commission is looking at the feasibility of a confidential line for gathering intelligence.
The Gambling Commission meets local communities 03/2010 In the next of a series of open events the Gambling Commission is coming to Weymouth.
Increased prize gaming limits mean new licences for bingo operators 03/2010 The Gambling Commission is issuing new licences to 225 licensed bingo operators after Parliament approved a DCMS proposal to increase prize gaming limits in bingo clubs.
Commission on hand to ensure festival gambling is fair and safe in Cheltenham 03/2010 The Gambling Commission will be supporting Council and Police during Cheltenham Festival week.
Caution after illicit greyhound bets 03/2010 The Gambling Commission has cautioned a man under section 42 of the Gambling Act 2005.
Licensed operators make their point at open events 03/2010 The Gambling Commission’s nationwide series of open events are proving an effective platform for meeting and discussing issues with groups of smaller licensed operators.
Gambling operators prove safe bet in Manchester operation 02/2010 The Gambling Commission join Greater Manchester Police in a community safety initiative.
The Gambling Commission meets local communities 02/2010 In the fifth of a series of open events the Gambling Commission is coming to Plymouth.
The Gambling Commission meets local communities 02/2010 In the fourth of a series of open events the Gambling Commission is coming to Chester.
The Gambling Commission meets local communities 02/2010 In the third of a series of open events the Gambling Commission is coming to Cardiff.
The Gambling Commission meets local communities 02/2010 In the second in a series of open events the Gambling Commission is coming to Lancaster.
The Gambling Commission meets local communities 02/2010 In the first of a series of open events the Gambling Commission is coming to Bolton.
Integrity panel: Commission welcomes Parry’s report 02/2010 Integrity panel: The Gambling Commission has welcomed Rick Parry’s report on sports betting integrity.
New survey data on gambling participation and public perceptions of gambling 01/2010 The Gambling Commission has published information on participation in all gambling activities and public perceptions of gambling.
Review of remote gambling regulation in Great Britain 01/2010 DCMS has announced proposals to introduce new licence requirements for gambling operators based overseas.
Interim suspension of operating licence 12/2009 The Gambling Commission has put in place an interim suspension of an operating licence.
Commission publishes updated advice on prize competitions and free draws 12/2009 The Gambling Commission has published updated advice for organisers of prize competitions and free draws.
Under age gambling in betting shops - operators face further tests 12/2009 The Gambling Commission announces the latest results of the rolling programme of nationwide test purchase visits.
Section 19 certificate holders told to contact the Gambling Commission 12/2009 Section 19 certificate holders are being asked to contact the Gambling Commission urgently if they have yet to make an application for a personal licence.
Appointment of Chief Executive to the Responsible Gambling Fund and Responsible Gambling Strategy Board 11/2009 RGSB announces the appointment of new Chief Executive to the Responsible Gambling Fund and Responsible Gambling Strategy Board.
The RGSB publishes initial recommendations on priorities for research, education and treatment 10/2009 The Responsible Gambling Strategy Board publishes its initial recommendations on priorities for research, education and treatment to support a national responsible gambling strategy.
Poker leaflet will help pubs to play their cards right 10/2009 The Gambling Commission has published a leaflet designed to help landlords keep poker legal in their pubs.
Gambling Commission sets out improved regulatory approach 10/2009 The Gambling Commission has published a set of documents, which restate the principles that guide its regulatory approach.
Appointment of Board members to the Responsible Gambling Fund (RGF), the new distribution body 09/2009 The Responsible Gambling Fund (RGF) is the new body that will distribute the funds raised by the gambling industry to research, education and treatment programmes in support of a national responsible gambling strategy.
New advice to help smaller gambling businesses comply with Proceeds of Crime Act 09/2009 The Gambling Commission has published advice for gambling operators and a short leaflet aimed specifically at small businesses to enable them to comply with the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 (POCA).
Lancashire operations continue fight against illegal machine supply 09/2009 A 27 year-old man from Bacup, Lancashire, has received a criminal caution for illegally supplying gaming machines to an alcohol licensed premises.
Gambling Commission awarded Investors in People status 08/2009 The Gambling Commission has been awarded Investors in People (IIP) status.
August deadline only three weeks away for section 19 certificate holders 08/2009 A reminder for section 19 certificate holders that the August deadline to apply for a PML or PFL is only three weeks away.
Gambling Commission seeking views on updated advice on prize competitions and free draws 08/2009 The Gambling Commission is inviting interested parties to comment on proposed additions to the Commission’s advice on prize competitions and free draws.
Mystery shopping tests continue - July 2009 07/2009 The Gambling Commission carries out a rolling programme of mystery shopping exercises as part of its ongoing compliance programme.
Illegal machine supplier found guilty 07/2009 Coinfactory Ltd, a gaming machine supplier based in Oldham has been found guilty of illegally supplying gaming machines under the Gambling Act 2005 following a Gambling Commission investigation.
More machines moved out in joint operation 07/2009 A further 13 gaming machines have been seized as a result of a recent multi-agency operation involving the Gambling Commission (the Commission) and its partners.
Sports Minister appoints new sports betting integrity panel 06/2009 The Department for Culture, Media and Sport have today announced the appointment of a sports betting integrity panel.
Breckland clampdown on illegal gambling 06/2009 In a joint operation, the Gambling Commission and Breckland Council targetted illegally sited gaming machines. A press release is available on the Breckland Council website.
Bill Butler leaves the Gambling Commission 05/2009 Bill Butler, Corporate Services Director at the Gambling Commission (the Commission), will be leaving in late July to take up the role of Chief Executive at the Security Industry Authority (SIA).
Gambling Commission issues advice on house competitions 05/2009 The Gambling Commission has issued further advice to people attempting to realise the value of their properties using a house competition scheme, to emphasise that we do not advise on or approve individual house competition schemes
Under age gambling 05/2009 The Gambling Commission has written to licensed bookmakers to remind them that they must have effective policies and procedures in place to prevent young people under the age of 18 from gambling or entering a betting shop.
Gaming machines seized in Southampton area 05/2009 A multi-agency operation involving the Gambling Commission has led to seven gaming machines being removed from premises in Southampton.
The Gambling Commission publishes revised Guidance to Licensing Authorities 05/2009 The Gambling Commission's revised Guidance to Licensing Authorities on gambling under the Gambling Act 2005 (the Gambling Act) is published today (1 May 2009).
Investigation into illegal betting in Hayes 04/2009 A 65 year-old man from Uxbridge has been cautioned following an investigation into illegal betting in Hayes.
Response to Hampton review on more effective regulation 04/2009 The Gambling Commission has welcomed a report published today, from a review which supports its plans to be a more effective regulator, particularly in the area of risk assessment.
Gambling Commission steps up drive to protect betting integrity 03/2009 The Gambling Commission has stepped up its drive to maintain the integrity of betting in Great Britain and is calling for enhanced co-ordination between sports governing bodies and betting operators in a policy position paper published today.
Gaming machines seized in Liverpool and Wirral 03/2009 A multi-agency operation involving the Gambling Commission (the Commission) led to five gaming machines being removed from four premises in Merseyside on Thursday.
Gambling Commission assembles international expert panel on gaming machines 02/2009 The Gambling Commission has assembled an international panel of experts on gaming machines research as part of its ongoing research into high-stake high prize gaming machines.
Section 19 certificate holders face August deadline for personal licence application 02/2009 The Gambling Commission is reminding employees in the casino and bingo industry who still hold certificates of approval, issued under section 19 of the Gaming Act 1968 to apply for their new personal licence before the end of August 2009.
Appointment of Board members to the new independent Strategy Board on minimising risks from gambling 02/2009 A new independent Strategy Board will advise the Gambling Commission on research, education and treatment programmes needed to support a national responsible gambling strategy and associated funding requirements.
NatCen appointed for British Gambling Prevalence Survey 2010 02/2009 Following a rigorous selection process the Gambling Commission has appointed NatCen - The National Centre for Social Research, to carry out the British Gambling Prevalence Survey (BGPS) 2010.
Gambling Research Programme: Qualitative research into machine gamblers 01/2009 The Gambling Commission is calling for expressions of interest to conduct a qualitative study into machine gamblers.
Gaming machine suppliers warned after operator is convicted 01/2009 The Gambling Commission has once more warned illegal suppliers of gaming machines that it will prosecute those who supply gaming machines illegally, as illegal machine supply is one of its key priorities for enforcement action.
Gaming machine prosecution 01/2009 A press release regarding a joint initiative involving the Gambling Commission and Harborough District Council is available on the Harborough District Council website.
Investigation into illegal betting in Chester 12/2008 A 46 year-old man from Chester has been cautioned following an investigation into illegal betting in the city.
The Gambling Commission publishes information guide for internet gamblers 12/2008 In a new publication the Gambling Commission is advising online gamblers what to look out for when gambling on the internet.
Gambling Commission warns operators: complete your regulatory return by Wednesday or risk a £100 financial penalty 12/2008 Gambling operators who have held a licence since 1 September 2007 and whose first annual regulatory return is overdue have been warned that they risk a financial penalty of £100 if their returns are not submitted by midnight on Wednesday.
The Gambling Commission appoints Baroness Neuberger as Chair of the Independent Strategy Board on minimising risks from 11/2008 Baroness Neuberger has been appointed as the Chair of the new independent Strategy Board that will advise the Gambling Commission on research, education and treatment programmes needed to support a national responsible gambling strategy.
Gambling Commission publishes report on research, education and treatment 10/2008 The Department for Culture, Media and Sport asked the Gambling Commission to carry out a review on the effectiveness and level of the existing voluntary arrangements for the gambling industry funding of gambling research, public education and treatment.
Betfair Limited (Betfair) and cross matching 10/2008 The Gambling Commission has had under consideration a change to Betfair's practices introduced on 18 February 2008.
Suspected illegal gaming machines seized in Warrington 10/2008 A multi-agency operation has launched a joint initiative in the Warrington area to find and remove gaming machines believed to be illegally sited in takeaway-style premises.
Senior Management changes at the Gambling Commission 10/2008 Beryl Brown, Director of Policy and Communications will be leaving the Gambling Commission on 31 October 2008.
Homeowners urged to be aware of rules on 'house competitions' 10/2008 The Gambling Commission has moved to warn homeowners that attempts to sell homes using prize competition schemes could potentially fall foul of the Gambling Act 2005.
Revised licence conditions and codes of practice for 1 January 2009 10/2008 Following an extensive consultation the Gambling Commission has written to all licensees giving three months notice of changes to the Licence Conditions and Codes of Practice (LCCP) coming into effect on 1 January 2009.
Prosecution for illegally sited gaming machines in Gosport 09/2008 A multi-agency operation involving officers from the Gambling Commission, Hampshire Police and Gosport Borough Council has led to a prosecution for illegal gambling.
Less than one month to 28 October deadline for first annual regulatory returns 09/2008 Licensed gambling operators who have not yet completed their annual regulatory returns and who have been licensed since 1 September last year are being reminded they have less than a month to file their first return with the Commission.
Gaming machines seized in Wigan area 09/2008 The Gambling Commission, HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) and Wigan Council have launched a joint operation in the Wigan area to find and remove gaming machines illegally sited in taxi offices and takeaway-style premises.
Nationwide drive targets illegal machine suppliers 09/2008 The Gambling Commission has today warned machine suppliers that time is rapidly running out for those who persist in ignoring the Gambling Act 2005.
The British Gambling Prevalence Survey 2010 07/2008 The British Gambling Prevalence Survey (BGPS) is a large-scale nationally representative survey of participation in gambling and the prevalence of problem gambling in Great Britain.
Gaming machines seized 07/2008 The Gambling Commission has seized a number of gaming machines in a multi-agency operation in Oldham.
Gaming machines seized (update) 07/2008 The Gambling Commission has seized a further 12 gaming machines as a result of continuing enquiries into the suspected unlawful supply of gaming machines to businesses in the North of England.
New rules for seaside arcades this summer 06/2008 The Gambling Commission is reminding seaside arcade operators of their new responsibilities under the Gambling Act 2005 as the summer season steps up a gear following the Whitsun Bank Holiday half-term.
Problem gambling review must consider the long-term requirements 05/2008 Gambling Commission Chairman Brian Pomeroy today highlighted the need for a national strategy to determine what research, preventive education and treatment programmes are needed
Director of Monitoring and Enforcement to leave Commission in July 2008 05/2008 Andrew Lyman, a Director at the Gambling Commission, will be leaving shortly to take up a senior executive role with the Association of British Bookmakers (ABB).
Nick Tofiluk receives an award from the Birmingham Community Safety Partnership 03/2008 Nick Tofiluk, our Director of Operations, recently became one of the first recipients of a new award.
Summary of the licensee survey - November 2007 03/2008 In November last year the Gambling Commission phoned over 150 operators and asked a series of questions about their experiences of applying for an operating licence.
Facilitating betting in pubs and clubs is illegal 03/2008 Bookmakers, publicans and club officials are being warned by the Gambling Commission that commercial betting is not allowed in pubs, clubs or similar licensed premises.
Appointment of legal advisers 01/2008 The Gambling Commission has completed a review of its legal panel, with Brodies, Gregory Rowcliffe Milners and Wragge & Co being appointed to act as its external legal advisers until December 2010.
Local authority quarterly returns - deadline for first submission nears 01/2008 Local authorities are reminded that the deadline for submission of their first quarterly returns on premises licence activity and permits are required by the Gambling Commission by Thursday 31 January.
Timescale for Review of Research, Education and Treatment extended 12/2007 The Commission has discussed an extension of the timescale for the Review of Research, Education and Treatment with DCMS. This was to allow for a longer period of consultation on the options with external stakeholders.
Commissioners re-appointed to the Gambling Commission Board by the Department for Culture, Media & Sport 12/2007 The Department for Culture, Media & Sport has announced the re-appointment of Ben Gunn, Bill Knight, Gill Milburn and Eve Salomon as Gambling Commission Commissioners.
Extension of deadline for submissions responding to first consultation paper for the Review of Research, Education and T 12/2007 The Gambling Commission has agreed to extend the deadline for submissions responding to the first consultation paper for the Review of Research, Education and Treatment (RRET) until Friday 11 January 2008.
Updated guidance issued on prize competitions and free draws 11/2007 Updated guidance on where the boundary lies between lotteries, prize competitions and free draws under the provisions in the Gambling Act 2005 is published today by the Gambling Commission.
The Gambling Commission publishes statistics on participation in remote gambling 10/2007 The Gambling Commission today publishes the latest figures from a quarterly statistical series that provides a snapshot of participation by adults in remote gambling, including online gambling, in Britain.
Illegal gaming machines seized 10/2007 A crackdown on illegal gambling in Manchester resulted in premises in Stockport Road, Levenshulme being raided this week as part of a multi agency operation.
Gambling Commission calls on the betting industry and sports bodies to work together to uphold integrity in sports betti 10/2007 The Gambling Commission today calls for increased co-operation between licensed betting operators and sports governing bodies to promote the integrity of British sports betting.
Nick Tofiluk joins the Gambling Commission 10/2007 Nick Tofiluk will join the Gambling Commission on 5 November 2007 as the new Director of Operations.
First annual fee deadline approaches fast 09/2007 The Gambling Commission has reminded gambling operators of the approaching deadline for payment of their first annual fee to the Commission.
Problem gambling has not increased, but the level remains a challenge 09/2007 A report released by the Gambling Commission today reveals that problem gambling has not increased over the last eight years, despite widespread speculation to the contrary.
Gambling Commission is ready for 1 September 08/2007 Big changes are in store for Britain’s £91 billion gambling industry, when on Saturday 1 September the Gambling Commission takes on new responsibilities and powers under the Gambling Act 2005.
Joint compliance and enforcement statement 08/2007 Ahead of the Gambling Act 2005 coming fully into force the Gambling Commission, Local Authorities Coordinators of Regulatory Services and the Association of Chief Police Officers have issued a joint statement.
Information note - Gambling Commission's testing strategy 08/2007 A recent press release by eCOGRA on 21 August 2007 includes some misunderstandings about the testing required for remote gambling operators licensed by the Gambling Commission.
Legacy machines 08/2007 The Gambling Commission has extended the deadline by which gaming machine owners must register any legacy machines to 1 December 2007.
Gaming machines seized 08/2007 A crackdown on illegal gaming in Manchester has resulted in five illegal/unlicensed gaming machines being seized during a series of raids on fast food outlets on the evening of Tuesday 14 August 2007.
New Gambling Commission chair appointed 08/2007 The Department for Culture, Media and Sport made the following announcement on Wednesday 14 August 2007, Brian Pomeroy has been appointed as Chair of the Gambling Commission.
Access between arcades 07/2007 The granting of premises licences is a matter for local licensing authorities. Under the "fast track procedure" licensing authorities must issue premises licences if the application is properly made and meets the mandatory licence conditions.
The Gambling Commission publishes guidance on free draws and prize competitions 06/2007 The Gambling Commission today (29 June 2007) publishes guidance under the Gambling Act 2005 on the distinction between prize competitions and free draws on the one hand, and lotteries on the other.
The Gambling Commission publishes updated conditions and codes for the gambling industry 06/2007 The Gambling Commission published the second issue of its Licence Conditions and Codes of Practice (LCCP or the conditions and codes) today.
Committee of Advertising Practice announces new rules for gambling advertising 03/2007 Today the Committee of Advertising Practice (CAP) and the Broadcast Committee of Advertising Practice (BCAP) have announced new rules for gambling advertising.

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