May 30, 2023

Teenagers and pre-teens enabled by Google and Apple to access gambling platforms and dating applications

In an effort to mitigate children’s exposure to certain content, the UK government is actively examining an “Online Safety Bill.” Recent findings have revealed instances of pre-teens accessing “hook-up” and gambling websites, which is likely to prompt significant reforms from platforms such as Google, Apple, and others. Social media platforms and service providers are facing […]

The initial consultations for the Gambling Commission white paper are scheduled to take place this summer

Sarah Gardner, the deputy chief executive of the British Gambling Commission, announced that the outcomes of certain consultations on the regulator’s gambling white paper will be made public this summer. Speaking at the Lotteries Council Annual Conference, Gardner emphasized the importance of ensuring accuracy and effectiveness in the commission’s consultations regarding Licence Conditions and Codes […]

May 5, 2023

British Member of Parliament investigated for advisory role for BGC

Laurence Robertson, a Conservative MP, is being investigated by the UK Parliamentary Commissioner for Standards regarding his association with the Betting and Gaming Council, following a report by NationalWorld. The media outlet suggested that Robertson’s £2,000-per-month position may violate regulations. Since the Owen Paterson controversy in 2021, a new code has been implemented that prohibits […]