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Working with other law enforcement agencies

Sports betting investigations can be complex and resource intensive. The Commission recognises the competing priorities and operational challenges faced by law enforcement agencies. In circumstances where the scale and scope of the criminal activity related to sports betting integrity is considered to be of a serious nature then the Commission will engage with law enforcement agencies to discuss them adopting investigations, with Commission support and expertise.

The Commission will continue to raise awareness of the threats and indications of sports betting corruption, the work of the Commission and the support it can offer police and law enforcement. Betting integrity cases often involve parties from a wide geographical range and therefore determining the best route for an investigation to take can prove problematic.

The Commission has working relationships with the National Police Chief’s Council (NPCC) and Police Scotland and agreements are in place as to how we exchange information and facilitate joint operational activity. We will work with the National Crime Agency (and other agencies) in identifying the strategic threats to UK interests and specifically addressing the threats posed by the activities of organised criminality. We will contribute towards the UK Threat Assessment when requested.

The SBIU will act as the secure intelligence and information portal between the Commission, law enforcement and other agencies. We will continually engage with and encourage these to identify, collect and share information and intelligence with us on potential betting integrity issues and promote the Commission as providing potential opportunities to add value to their work.

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