10/23/20 British casino boss blasts “senseless” new lockdowns The head of Grosvenor Casinos and Mecca Bingo has criticised the new closures of gaming venues in parts of the UK.
10/23/20 UK likely to restrict use of celebrities in gambling ads The move is expected as part of new rules to clamp down on marketing that appeals to under 18s.
10/22/20 Codere continues to bet on Spanish market The operator has stressed the importance of its native market despite increased restrictions in the country.
10/22/20 William Hill warns of profit hit as more UK betting shops close Growth in the US and online was not enough to avoid the impact of European retail shutdowns on Q3 profits.
10/22/20 Betsson cuts UK presence to single brand The Swedish operator will surrender three of its four British licences and consolidate its presence under the Rizk brand.
10/21/20 GambleAware defends Tap-Out campaign The recent campaign has been criticised by the UK’s All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Gambling-Related Harm.
10/21/20 Dutch regulator proposes new player protection rules The KSA has begun a consultation on proposals for compulsory risk analysis and a ban on time-limited bonuses.
10/21/20 India’s Sugal & Damani in the race for the UK National Lottery India’s biggest lottery operator is the second group to confirm its participation in the tender for the next National Lottery licence.
10/21/20 Another UK survey shows fall in gambling Overall gambling, problem gambling and median spend declined during lockdown, new figures suggest.
10/20/20 Belgium implements capacity limits for gaming venues Venues will only be able to allow up to 40 people inside as the number of Covid-19 cases increases.
10/20/20 ESIC rescinds ban on esports coach One of 34 coaches banned by the body has had his punishment rescinded.
10/20/20 Wales to close gaming venues from Friday Wales will implement a short “firebreak” lockdown until November 9.
10/20/20 Italy: legal challenges over igaming licence extensions The country’s customs and monopolies agency could face a string of legal battles if licences are not extended.
10/19/20 Deadline to conform to German transition rules extended Operators now have until December 15 to adapt to the rules for the future regulated market.
