Targetlocal Ltd is facing an immediate suspension of its combined remote operating licence after the UK Gambling Commission reported anti-money laundering failings identified during regulatory enquiries. The action affects the company’s online gambling business operating as Ken Howell’s Sports Betting and running through kenhowells.com. The Commission has started a formal licence review under section 116 of the Gambling Act 2005....
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Gambling Authorities
August 31, 2026
Gambling Commission suspends BresBet and Bet St George operating licences
The Gambling Commission has immediately suspended the operating licences of BresBet Ltd and Bet St George Ltd following enquiries that identified suspected weaknesses in social responsibility and anti-money laundering controls....
Responsible Gambling
August 28, 2026
GamCare highlights service disruption as statutory levy transition continues
GamCare has highlighted the pressures created by Britain’s transition to a statutory gambling levy funding system, with its latest reporting pointing to disruption and coordination challenges as gambling harm services...
Gambling Authorities
August 14, 2026
Gambling Commission reaffirms identity verification rules for operators
The UK Gambling Commission has reiterated the importance of timely identity verification for remote gambling operators, with Licence Condition 17 remaining a central requirement for businesses operating under its regulatory...
People & Appointments
August 12, 2026
Vicky Foxcroft takes UK gambling role in new DCMS appointment
Vicky Foxcroft has taken up a ministerial role at the UK Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) with responsibility for gambling among her areas of work. Her appointment...
Laws
June 8, 2026
UK regulator to introduce AI monitoring system for gambling advertising
The United Kingdom is preparing to introduce a new artificial intelligence-driven monitoring initiative aimed at strengthening oversight of gambling advertising across digital platforms. The move reflects a broader regulatory effort...
Regulation & Licensing
April 16, 2026
ASA clears Ladbrokes’ Ladbucks promo of breaching ad rules
The Advertising Standards Authority has revised its earlier position regarding a promotional campaign by Ladbrokes, concluding that the company’s Ladbucks rewards initiative does not breach advertising regulations designed to protect...
Responsible Gambling
April 2, 2026
BGC confirms dates for Safer Gambling Week 2026 this November
The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) has confirmed that Safer Gambling Week 2026 will take place from 16 to 22 November, continuing its long-standing campaign to promote responsible play and...
Responsible Gambling
March 18, 2026
GamCare CQC inspection confirms independence from gambling industry
GamCare has publicly welcomed the findings of a recent inspection conducted by Care Quality Commission, which concluded that there was no evidence of influence from the gambling industry on its...
iGaming News, Taxation
February 27, 2026
BGC raises alarm over tax plans and rise of illegal betting sites
The Betting and Gaming Council has issued a formal warning that proposed tax increases on the regulated gambling sector in the United Kingdom risk accelerating the growth of unlicensed operators...
Regulation
February 23, 2026
UK government moves to restrict unlicensed gambling sponsorships
The UK government has announced plans to consult on new restrictions that would prohibit sports clubs from entering sponsorship agreements with gambling operators that do not hold a licence from...
Marketing & Sponsorships
February 2, 2026
Gambling advertising drops in UK while black market rises
In 2025, advertising expenditure by licensed gambling operators in the United Kingdom continued to decline, reinforcing a trend that has been in place since 2021. The decrease in promotional activity...
Regulation
January 27, 2026
UK government consults on increases to Gambling Commission fees
The United Kingdom government has launched a public consultation regarding proposed increases to the fees charged by the Gambling Commission, the country’s principal gambling regulator. The Department for Culture, Media...
People & Appointments
January 22, 2026
Kirsty Caldwell named interim chair of Gambling Commission Industry Forum
The Gambling Commission has announced a significant leadership appointment within its Industry Forum with the selection of Kirsty Caldwell as Interim Chair. The decision comes at a critical time for...
Regulation
January 20, 2026
UK court dismisses privacy claim by ex Entain executives against UKGC
A UK High Court has dismissed a civil privacy claim brought by former Entain executives Kenny Alexander and Lee Feldman against the Gambling Commission, marking a significant judicial endorsement of...
Compliance & AML
January 19, 2026
Betfair urged to repay fraud-linked commissions after court case
Betfair is facing renewed and increasingly public pressure to return tens of thousands of pounds in commission connected to a high-profile gambling fraud case, after a UK court heard that...
People & Appointments
January 16, 2026
Michael Dugher steps down as BGC chair after six years
Michael Dugher has stepped down from his position as chair of the Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) with immediate effect, concluding a six year period at the forefront of the...
Markets & Jurisdictions
January 8, 2026
Flutter Entertainment looks to international markets in 2026
Flutter Entertainment, one of the leading global operators in the betting and gaming sector, is approaching 2026 with a strategy that prioritizes international growth. The group anticipates rising regulatory and...
iGaming News, Laws
November 20, 2025
Videoslots receives £650,000 sanction for gambling failures
The British Gambling Commission has issued a £650,000 sanction against Videoslots after identifying a series of social responsibility and anti-money laundering (AML) shortcomings. The decision reflects the Commission’s ongoing enforcement...
iGaming News, Taxation
November 19, 2025
Sky Bet relocation to Malta reduces UK tax exposure
Sky Bet’s decision to relocate key operational functions to Malta marks a significant shift within Flutter Entertainment’s broader corporate strategy. The move, which was communicated internally earlier this year, aligns...
Regulation
November 12, 2025
UK bookmaker under probe for offshore betting links
A major UK bookmaker is currently under investigation by the United Kingdom Gambling Commission (UKGC) following the discovery of an internal paperwork error that may indicate links to offshore betting...
iGaming News, Laws
October 22, 2025
ASA warns Betway and Kwiff over irresponsible ads
The UK Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has issued formal warnings to Betway and Kwiff following the publication of advertisements that the regulator deemed likely to appeal to individuals under the...
iGaming News, Laws
October 17, 2025
CAP and BCAP tighten gambling ad rules to protect minors
The Committee of Advertising Practice (CAP) and the Broadcast Committee of Advertising Practice (BCAP) have announced a comprehensive update to their guidance on protecting children and young people from exposure...
iGaming News, Laws
October 9, 2025
Court weighs Betfair case on £1.5m gambling losses
The United Kingdom’s Court of Appeal is examining a potentially landmark case that may redefine how far gambling operators must go to protect customers from self-destructive betting. The case, brought...
iGaming News, Laws
October 1, 2025
BGC backs UK gambling industry with safe standards
The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC), the body representing much of the regulated betting and gaming industry in the United Kingdom, has issued a statement underlining the continued contribution of...
iGaming News, Laws
September 25, 2025
Gamstop Chair Chris Pond prioritises self-exclusion strategy
The appointment of Chris Pond as the new Chair of the Gamstop Group marks a significant shift in the UK’s approach to tackling gambling-related harms. Pond, who took over the...
iGaming News, Laws
September 25, 2025
GamCare reports rise in Money Guidance Service referrals
GamCare, the leading UK charity providing support for individuals experiencing gambling-related harm, has released fresh data showing a sharp rise in referrals to its Money Guidance Service. The organisation, which...