The Gambling Commission closed its call for proposals on regulatory burdens on 25 September 2026. The process allowed gambling businesses to suggest simpler rules, but it did not change any licence condition.

Casinos.com reported that the call covered remote online casino operators, betting businesses and other gambling licence holders regulated by the Commission in Great Britain.

The process was an industry invitation. It was not a formal consultation or a decision to remove existing controls.

What the Commission asked for

The regulator invited proposals on rules and processes that businesses believe create unnecessary administrative work. The scope included:

  • Licence Conditions and Codes of Practice requirements.
  • Remote Gambling and Software Technical Standards.
  • Regulatory reporting processes.
  • Guidance and the communication of regulatory expectations.
  • Conflicts or duplication involving wider legislation.

The Commission said proposals should explain the current burden, expected benefits, possible risks and how any change would protect the licensing objectives under the Gambling Act 2005.

No immediate change for online casino customers

The deadline does not create a new rule for customers or operators. Existing requirements on age and identity checks, customer protection, anti-money-laundering controls, game standards and regulatory reporting remain in force.

The Commission also excluded live policy areas awaiting formal decisions. It said the process should not be used to reopen recently introduced Gambling Act Review measures that have not completed evaluation.

What happens next

The Commission will review the submissions and decide whether any proposals should move forward. It has not set a date for publishing its response.

Any proposal to replace or streamline a Commission control may require a separate consultation before implementation. Measures outside the regulator’s legal powers may be referred to the relevant government department or public body.

The review could eventually reduce administrative work, but any change must keep compliance costs proportionate to consumer risks and continue to protect the licensing objectives.

Why the process matters

For licensed online casinos in Great Britain, the review could eventually affect reporting, guidance or the evidence businesses must provide to demonstrate compliance.

It does not give operators a route around safer gambling, crime prevention or fair and open gambling obligations.

The key uncertainty is timing. Operators have submitted proposals, but the next stage depends on the Commission’s assessment, available resources and any new legal or consultation process required before implementation.