The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) has warned that illegal gambling operators could attract millions of pounds in wagers during the Betfred Derby Festival, one of the most prestigious events in British horse racing....
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iGaming News, Laws
July 23, 2025
UK Punters May Turn to Black Market if Betting Tax Rises
The UK government’s ongoing consultation on online gambling tax reforms has ignited widespread concern within the licensed betting industry. A new YouGov poll, commissioned by the Betting and Gaming Council...
iGaming News, Laws
April 4, 2025
BGC highlights black market threat at DCMS roundtable
The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) recently participated in a shadow Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) roundtable, discussing critical issues that could shape the future of the...
iGaming News, Laws
March 14, 2025
UKGC Cracks Down on Unlicensed Betting Operators
In recent years, the United Kingdom's gambling industry has faced significant scrutiny over the growing presence of unlicensed operators in the market. The Gambling Commission, the primary regulatory body overseeing...