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ASA Says Betting Ad Breached Safeguards After Self-Exclusion Search
A betting comparison ad appeared for “self exclusion bookies.” The ASA ruling puts responsibility on the affiliate to target its search ads responsibly.
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People with illegal-site payments had higher harm scores, but cause remains unknown
In the study, 45% of people with detected illegal-site payments scored 8 or higher, versus 6% of licensed consumers. The data do not prove cause.
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Machine Games Duty could rise to 25%, as HMRC weighs who pays
The proposed April 2027 increase targets machines above either threshold; a separate consultation could shift liability to suppliers from April 2028.
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Three Receive Suspended Terms and App Bans in Election Betting Case
Three defendants who pleaded guilty over bets on the 2024 election date received suspended terms, unpaid work and 12-month gambling-app bans.
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Study links GamStop searches and data concerns to illegal-site use
The Gambling Commission says the findings will guide its monitoring, but the research announces no new rules or enforcement action.
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90 Labour MPs Push 40% Machine Tax Ahead of October Budget
Labour MPs want a 40% duty on some gaming machines, while industry modelling warns of closures, job losses and lower tax receipts.
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GamStop gap leaves online National Lottery draws outside self-exclusion review
A coroner raised concerns after a death linked to gambling. The Gambling Commission is reviewing whether National Lottery draws should join GamStop.
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Councils Could Gain More Power Over Betting Shops Under Planned Licensing Review
Vicky Foxcroft signalled a consultation on the Gambling Act 2005 rule, but councils must still apply it for now.
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Why “Come Back” Gambling Ads Face a Tougher Compliance Test
ASA and CAP guidance puts retention prompts and repetitive betting mechanics under closer scrutiny, with vulnerable players at the centre of the risk.
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Britain’s Gambling Regulator Issued 260 Notices, Then Cut the Response Time to 48 Hours
The Gambling Commission issued 260 notices over illegal gambling advertising. A 48-hour deadline shows how quickly access can be restricted.
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£5m Grosvenor Settlement Exposes Costly Casino Compliance Failures
The Gambling Commission found AML and safer-gambling failures across 51 Grosvenor casinos. An external audit will test whether the fixes work.
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Cardiff Illegal Poker Den Sentences Reveal What Unlicensed Gambling Removes
Two Cardiff men received suspended three-year sentences after illegal poker games. A 2027 hearing will address the alleged proceeds and financial consequences.
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Supreme Court Reopens Sky Betting Consent Fight Over Data and Marketing
The appeal could redefine how gambling firms assess consent when cookies, profiling and customer vulnerability overlap.
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Aviator Wins UK Appeal, but Copyright Fight with Spribe Remains Open
Aviator changed the legal route in its UK dispute with Spribe, but the court still has not decided who owns or infringed the designs.
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Britain’s Deposit-Limit Reset Is Live. Operators Face a New Display Test
Great Britain’s new deposit-limit rules took effect on 30 September 2026. Here is what operators must change and customers should see.
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Gambling Commission Fees Rise 25%, But Some Smaller Bookmakers Will Pay Less
Great Britain’s new licence fees raise costs for many operators, but a GGY-based reset cuts bills for some smaller bookmakers.
