The UK government has taken a decisive step forward in evaluating the impact of the landmark Gambling Act Review. This comprehensive assessment will involve key stakeholders, from industry leaders to consumers, aiming to shape the future of responsible gambling. Through surveys, interviews, and collaborative research, this initiative promises robust insights into the effectiveness of critical […]
Ireland’s Gambling Regulatory Authority (GRA) is set to launch in phases by mid-2025 following the enactment of the Gambling Regulation Act. Signed into law by President Micheal D. Higgins, this legislation marks a significant transformation of Ireland’s gambling oversight, introducing a national licensing framework, a self-exclusion register, and a social fund to address problem gambling. […]
Allied Irish Bank Introduces Voluntary Gambling Block as Ireland’s Gambling Reforms Stall Allied Irish Bank (AIB), Ireland’s largest retail bank, is taking a proactive approach to support its customers amid ongoing delays in national gambling reforms. AIB has launched a voluntary gambling block feature on its debit and credit cards, providing an extra layer of […]
Enhancing Sports Betting Integrity: AFE Joins Spain’s SIGMA Platform In a significant development for Spain’s betting industry, the national gambling regulator, DGOJ, has welcomed the Association of Spanish Footballers (AFE) into its Global Betting Market Research Service (SIGMA). This strategic move empowers the AFE to monitor and report suspicious betting activities, reinforcing the integrity of […]
Logico, a prominent trade association in Italy, has voiced significant concerns over the proposed online gambling reforms by the country’s Ministry for Economy and Finance (MEF). The association, while acknowledging the need for updated regulations, warns that the new measures could adversely affect market competition. Italy’s online gambling sector at a crossroads! Logico challenges proposed […]
The UK Gambling Commission has initiated a new series of consultations, delving into crucial aspects of gambling regulation in line with the UK government’s proposed reforms. This 13-week consultation seeks to refine the processes surrounding financial penalties and key event reporting in the gambling sector. The UK Gambling Commission embarks on vital consultations! Stakeholders are […]
Stuart Andrew, the UK’s Minister for Gambling, has provided pivotal reassurances to gambling support organizations, emphasizing that the proposed statutory levy on gambling operators will bolster, not disrupt, the existing support infrastructure. Speaking at the influential GambleAware conference, he addressed key concerns about the potential impact of the new levy on community-based charities. In a […]
Gamblers and stakeholders in Georgia face a new reality as the government addresses a gambling participation surge labeled as “catastrophic”. With a remarkable increase in sector turnover, Prime Minister Irakli Gharibashvili is taking a decisive stance. Through tax hikes and regulatory reforms, the goal is to protect particularly vulnerable demographics and instill a sense of […]
The Gambling Commission is setting the stage for a crucial dialogue on the ethical implications of promotional practices in the gambling industry. With a keen eye on bonuses and free bets, this new round of consultations aims to align industry perks with the core values of social responsibility. The landscape of gambling incentives is poised […]