News

Regulatory returns – temporary extension to submission dates

We have therefore taken the decision to permit operators four weeks (28 days) extra to submit their regulatory returns

Protecting the safety of consumers is at the heart of today’s credit card gambling ban

The regulator of Great Britain’s gambling industry says the credit card ban which comes into force today (14 April) will add another vital layer of protection for consumers. 

Commission publishes the reasons for suspending Triplebet’s licence

Online gambling business Triplebet, which operated a betting exchange and a remote casino under the trading name ‘Matchbook’, has had its operating licence suspended

Gambling Commission suspend two operator licences for failure to participate in GAMSTOP

The Gambling Commission suspended the licences of two online operators with immediate effect and commenced reviews for failure to fully integrate the self-exclusion scheme GAMSTOP.

Systemic failings at Caesars Entertainment leads to the departure of three senior managers and sanctions of £13m

The Gambling Commission has announced that Caesars Entertainment UK Limited is to pay £13m and must implement a series of improvements following a catalogue of social responsibility, money laundering and customer interaction failures including those involving ‘VIPs’.

Gambling Commission and industry collaboration makes progress on safer gambling

Collaborative work with the industry has led to progress following three challenges laid down by the Gambling Commission to make gambling safer and reduce harm across the sector.

Gambling Commission publish 2020/21 business plan outlining ongoing commitment to making gambling safer

The Gambling Commission has today published its 2020/21 Business Plan which outlines key priorities for the year ahead, including an ongoing commitment to reducing gambling harm, and continuing its work in making gambling safer, particularly online.

Covid-19 Guidance & FAQ's

As the situation with Covid-19 continues to impact daily life in Great Britain, the Commission is following Public Health England guidance and we have told all staff to work from home until further notice.

Gambling Commission issues advice to consumers on how gambling companies should keep you safe while betting online

In light of the Covid-19 outbreak and the government’s latest requirement to stay at home, more people will be engaging with online gambling websites. We have already issued new advice to all licensed gambling companies and outlined our ongoing expectations on them to keep consumers safe.

Covid-19 - A message from Neil McArthur to online gambling operators