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Lord Chadlington to lead independent committee on safer gambling
Five of the industry’s big guns have called upon safer gambling advocate Lord Chadlington to chair an independent committee which will seek to address the administration of funds towards safer gambling initiatives, including... Read More
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August 2, 2019
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Governor of Puerto Rico passes betting bill into law
Puerto Rico’s outgoing governor, Ricardo Roselló, signed the Betting Committee Act on July 29, which will legalise sports wagering in the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico. Under the law, sports betting,... Read More
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August 1, 2019
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Cabinet reshuffle sees Rebecca Pow agree to be the latest MP to oversee gambling industry
Following the Cabinet reshuffle after Boris Johnson’s appointment, it has been confirmed that MP for Taunton Dean, Rebecca Pow will now be tasked with overseeing both the horse racing and gambling... Read More
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July 31, 2019
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UKGC helps government deliver new Economic Crime Plan
The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has played a key role in developing the government’s new ‘Economic Crime Plan 2019-2022’, which aims to address the key strategic priorities in combating economic threats to the UK. The... Read More
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July 26, 2019
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UKGC credit card consultation could impact affiliates
A new UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) consultation could impact affiliates as the regulator considers restricting the use of credit cards for placing bets. The 12-week consultation, which will commence in mid-August,... Read More
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July 24, 2019
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EGBA calls upon European Commission to address legislative differences across Europe
The European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) has requested that the European Commission considers the launch of a new regulatory framework which is hoped to both clarify and standardise gambling laws... Read More
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July 22, 2019
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Gambling Commission strengthens problem gambling safeguards with Samaritans
Following a new analysis of 2007 data, the Gambling Commission has united with The Samaritans to strengthen the battle against problem gambling. The small scale research programme, which shed light on problem gambling’s links... Read More
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July 19, 2019
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ASA rethinks decision on Sky Bet advert following further inspection
The Advertising Standards Agency (ASA) has carried out further investigations into a TV advertisement for online operator Sky Bet, confirming that the advertising regulator would reverse its original decision deeming the... Read More
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July 10, 2019
By Affiverse
UKGC Enforcement Report highlights affiliate promotion concerns
Having launched its second annual ‘Enforcement Report’, the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has developed an overview encompassing the UK betting sector, addressing the efforts being made to roll out the... Read More
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June 27, 2019
By Affiverse
New marketing rules to be implemented in Victoria this weekend
New rules which will limit marketing opportunities for online gambling operators and affiliates in the Australian state of Victoria will be introduced from this weekend. From Sunday (May 26), Victoria’s policy... Read More
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May 23, 2019
