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Information for operators re-opening land-based gambling premises

As restrictions on the lockdown ease the Commission has published a number of frequently asked questions covering its expectations from land-based operators.

Guidance on credit card payments made through Money Service Businesses (MSBs)

The Commission’s recent ban on credit cards extends to payments for gambling made by credit card through any money service business (MSB).

Latest Gambling industry statistics published

Gambling industry statistics are published twice a year (in May and November) and provide the latest information on each sector regulated by the Gambling Commission.

Gambling Commission investigation into systemic failures in player protection at PT Entertainment Services (PTES) leads to company closure

The Gambling Commission today published the findings of an investigation into PT Entertainment Services (PTES) – who use to trade as www.winner.co.uk and titanbet.co.uk - which uncovered systemic failures in player protection.

New data shows no uplift in complaints about illegal gambling

New data released today shows that there has been no increase in the number of complaints about illegal gambling websites during Britain’s Covid-19 lockdown.

Gambling Commission instructs tighter measures to protect consumers during lockdown

The Gambling Commission has today issued new guidance for online operators. It ensures that consumers are further protected following the publication of new evidence that shows some gamblers maybe at greater risk of harm during lockdown.

Regulator issues warning to operators over third party responsibilities as FSB receive sanctions for failings

Gambling businesses are being warned that they will face regulatory action if they do not carefully manage all the third party websites that they are responsible for.

New commissioner appointments at the Gambling Commission

Four new Commissioners have been appointed to the Gambling Commission with immediate effect.

Gambling Commission directs £9m to boost resilience of gambling harm treatment services during Covid-19

Society lotteries reforms – consultation response

the Gambling Commission is today providing further updates on the next steps regarding changes to limits and guidance around society lotteries.