The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) has intensified its campaign against illegal gambling ads by urging major technology companies to take stronger action against unlicensed operators targeting consumers across Britain....
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Finance News
June 5, 2026
BGC warns illegal operators could take £10m during Epsom Derby Festival
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...
Laws
May 11, 2026
BGC warns as illegal UK gambling expands to £16.6bn in 2025
The UK’s illegal gambling market has expanded significantly in recent years according to new research highlighted by the Betting and Gaming Council (BGC), with offshore betting stakes reportedly reaching £16.6bn...
iGaming News, Laws, Taxation
January 20, 2026
Betting and Gaming Council warns tax rises may boost black market
The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) chief executive Grainne Hurst has publicly welcomed a recent debate in the United Kingdom Parliament regarding the government’s plan to increase taxes on online...
iGaming News, Laws
August 22, 2025
UK gambling survey reveals strong cultural ties
A recent survey conducted by YouGov on behalf of the Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) has shed light on the significant role gambling plays in the United Kingdom. According to...