Author: Andreas Holmsten
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Gambling Commission Described as Toothless by UK Government
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A report published at the end of June by the Public Accounts Committee, a body responsible for keeping track of government spending, has stated that the Gambling Commission was failing to look after approximately 395,000 problem gamblers in the UK.…
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Betsson Captures GiG’s B2C Assets in Initial €31m Deal
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The Gaming Innovation Group, or GiG, has agreed a deal with Stockholm-based casino and sportsbook operator Betsson to sell its B2C assets to them for an initial €31million (£25.8million). It is thought that the value of the deal incorporates a…
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Parliamentary Group Claims Win Over Slot Stakes
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In a long-running debate about online slot stakes, the Gambling Related Harm All Party Parliamentary Group, or APPG, has claimed that it has secured a big victory. The claim comes after Neil McArthur, the chief executive of the Gambling Commission,…
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Lotter “Winner” Steals $4million Jackpot
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An apparent lottery winner in Massachusetts, it has been revealed, in fact stole her $4million scratch card win having exploited the real winner’s lack of English skills. The woman, Susana Gaspar from New Bedford, became a local TV star when…
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Coates Family UK’s Biggest Taxpayers
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The Coates family, founders of gargantuan online betting firm bet365 and owners of Stoke City FC, have been revealed to have paid taxes totalling some £276million (€328million) during the tax year 2018-2019, making them collectively the biggest tax contributors in…
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The UK Gambling Commission – Who Are the Regulators?
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Gambling and Brits are synonymous. We’ve always loved a flutter in this country and are arguably way ahead of the world when it comes to even allowing our citizens to partake in one of their favourite pastimes. However, in recent…
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Our Guide to Blacklisted Casinos
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When you’re looking to choose the right casino for you, it has to be about more than the design and clever advertising. With that in mind, we’ve taken a look at what you should avoid at all costs when picking…
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Could Banning Credit Cards Be Wrong?
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Those in the industry have talked extensively about the ban on credit cards within UK gambling, and while on the face of it the idea seems sound as we look to protect those who perhaps cannot protect themselves. The Tories…
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Casino Wings Nominated for iGB Award
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We’ve been nominated! Thanks to our amazing readers and our work in trying to help you to find a casino tailored to your needs within our pages, we’ve been nominated in the category Best Affiliate Website: Casino. About the iGB…
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What Animals Bring You Good Luck When Gambling?
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In many a local traditional around the world, animals have long been thought to give you good luck including the trusty rabbits foot! We know, it’s all nonsense isn’t it?! Well not for some. From lottery to bingo, casino table…