Author: Robert Banström
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Allwyn Finally Takes the Reins – UK’s Fourth National Lottery License Comes into Effect
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On February 1st, the Fourth National Lottery license came into effect, swapping operators (for the first time since it became a national game) from Camelot to Allwyn. Camelot successfully grew and operated the UK’s National Lottery from 1994 to 2024…
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UK Land-Based Casinos Make Post-Pandemic Come Back
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New UKGC industry statistics show that amid the most significant gambling reform the UK has seen in almost two decades and a cost of living crisis, the gambling industry is thriving. The statistics chart from April 2022 until March 2023…
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Rhodes Lays Out Plans for the Year Ahead in Speech to Gambling CEOs and Stakeholders
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UKGC Chief Executive Andrew Rhodes has hit back against the “unedifying” misuse of industry statistics while reiterating the need for transparent working relationships with UK operators and a greater balance of interests in the year ahead. Rhodes has set out…
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Best New Slot Releases, November 2023
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The UK has one of the most established and competitive gambling markets globally. This leads to hundreds of new slots being created and released each year, but which are the best new titles hitting the casino floor? Let’s look at…
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UKGC Fumbles Consultations Early On
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The United Kingdom Gambling Commission has this week made early stumbles in the Gambling Review consultations as it hits a double whammy with an error in the online slot consult data, and the Gamblers Consumer Forum (GCF) contacted the UK’s…
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Gambling Industry Calls on New UK PM for Sensible Gambling Reforms
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The UK gambling industry has called on the new UK Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak, to implement “sensible, proportionate and carefully targeted” reforms as he enters the office. Rishi Sunak took over as PM on Tuesday after being the only candidate…
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UK Bans Influencers in Gambling Advertisements
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The Committee for Advertising Practice CAP has implemented new rules for gambling advertisements in the UK, which came into force in October. The rules include banning adverts with a “strong appeal” to those under 18, such as marketing focusing on…
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Top 5 New Slots to Play 2022
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With autumn blowing in a cooler breeze, it’s time to settle down and catch up with the top five slots to spin at online casinos now. If you’re unsure where to play these games, take a tour of our top…
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New Northern Ireland Gambling Reform Bill Becomes Law
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A new Northern Irish gambling bill (the Betting, Gaming, Lotteries, and Amusements Bill) has this week gained royal assent after passing the Stormont Assembly earlier in March. The new legislation is the most significant change to NI gambling laws in…
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Lottery Licence Timetable Updated
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As the battle to become the next licence holder for the National Lottery trundles on languidly, the Gambling Commission in Great Britain has decided to extend the timeline for Phase Two of the process. The competition for the fourth National…