09/15/20 BGC calls for retail betting role in high street recovery The chair of the UK trade association is calling on the government to give the industry a central role in its inquiry into the post-pandemic high street.
08/18/20 Bookies return to British racecourses today A limited number of on-course bookies will be allowed to return as part of a two-week trial.
08/13/20 Dutch casinos warned to enforce Covid-19 measures Gambling trade association VAN Kansspelen has advised members to keep a close eye on protocols as health services receive the power to close venues.
08/04/20 Curtain falls on iconic Belle Vue greyhound stadium Arena Racing Company (ARC) has announced that Manchester’s Belle Vue Greyhound Stadium is closing with immediate effect.
07/31/20 Scotland sets date for casino reopenings Scotland has finally announced a provisional date for casinos to reopen following lobbying from the industry.
07/23/20 Criticism as Scotland orders betting shops to turn off machines The industry has criticised an apparent u-turn from the Scottish government just days after restrictions on betting shops were lifted.
07/20/20 Las Vegas: at least 123 visitors test positive Authorities have revealed data showing a rise in numbers of Covid-19 cases among visitors to Nevada since casinos reopened.
07/20/20 Casinos in England allowed to reopen from August 1 The UK government has given the green light for casinos in England to reopen at the start of next month.
07/16/20 Buzz Bingo to close 26 UK bingo halls The bingo operator will close more than a quarter of its venues, putting more than 500 jobs on the line.
07/13/20 Scottish betting shop restrictions to end next week The Scottish government has agreed to lift restrictions on seating and screenings in betting shop premises.
07/07/20 BGC criticises Scottish restrictions UK trade organisation the Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) has criticised “draconian” restrictions imposed on betting shops reopening from lockdown.
07/07/20 Latest UK data suggests recovery in gaming revenue The Gambling Commission’s latest report on the impact of lockdown on the industry suggests a recovery in May, with a 15.5% increase in revenue.
07/02/20 BGC demands UK allows casinos to reopen The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) has renewed criticism of the delay and called on ministers to guarantee casinos can open this month.
06/24/20 Oklahoma: casinos close after Covid-19 case Two tribal casinos in Oklahoma have closed after an employee caught Covid-19 while working.
