Gambling

GambleAware reports increased awareness of UK service

The responsible gambling charity GambleAware said awareness of the National Gambling Treatment Service (NGTS) had grown following new campaigns. The figures come as Safer Gambling Week begins in the UK.

11/02/21

Groupe FDJ continues to score high on gender equality

The French gambling operator Groupe FDJ is the most female-inclusive company on the Paris Euronext Exchange’s SBF120.

11/02/21

Northern Ireland minister proposes code of practice for gambling venues

Deirdre Hargey, who is leading the amendment of Northern Ireland’s gambling laws, has announced a series of proposed new measures.

11/01/21

GamCare expands executive team

The British responsible gambling charity has announced new promotions as it expands its team.

10/30/21

GEK Terna Inspire Athens buyout approved

The Greek constructor has received approval from the Hellenic Gaming Commission to buy out Mohegan Gaming’s share of the casino resort.

10/29/21

HMRC revises UK casino tax bands

HMRC has updated UK casino tax bands in line with inflation. The new bands apply from April 2022.

10/27/21

Svenska Spel revenue up 6.3% in Q3

The Swedish gaming operator has reported revenue of €197.2m for Q3, with a strong recovery for land-based casinos and slots.

10/26/21

FATF keeps Malta on grey list

The financial watchdog has decided to keep the igaming hub of Malta on its list of untrustworthy jurisdictions for money laundering and terrorist financing.

10/26/21

Denmark sees recovery of land-based casino revenue

Danish gambling revenue was up 19.5 per cent year-on-year in September as land-based casinos saw their highest revenue since March 2018.

10/26/21

Pontus Lindwall to remain CEO at Betsson

Betsson’s board has reversed its previous decision, restoring Pontus Lindwall as CEO.

10/25/21

GamCare, Gamban and GamStop laud TalkBanStop campaign

The responsible gambling charities say the campaign has already had a positive effect on reducing gambling harm in the UK.

10/25/21

Irish gambling bill proposes ban on free bets and credit card gambling

The bill will also create a new Irish gambling regulator.

10/22/21

Jan Nord departs Betsson board

Nord will leave his position on Betsson’s board with immediate effect.

10/21/21

Details of Irish gaming regulations emerge

New regulations being drawn up include restrictions on free bets and ‘VIP treatments’.

10/21/21

David Knott named CEO of National Lottery Community Fund

Knott had been leading the National Lottery Community Fund in an interim capacity.

Check the latest Gambling news

GambleAware reports increased awareness of UK service

Groupe FDJ continues to score high on gender equality

Northern Ireland minister proposes code of practice for gambling venues

GamCare expands executive team

GEK Terna Inspire Athens buyout approved

HMRC revises UK casino tax bands

Svenska Spel revenue up 6.3% in Q3

FATF keeps Malta on grey list

Denmark sees recovery of land-based casino revenue

Pontus Lindwall to remain CEO at Betsson

GamCare, Gamban and GamStop laud TalkBanStop campaign

Irish gambling bill proposes ban on free bets and credit card gambling

Jan Nord departs Betsson board

Details of Irish gaming regulations emerge

David Knott named CEO of National Lottery Community Fund

North America

North Carolina sports betting handle increases in July

Legislation

Illinois bill proposes repeal of prediction markets tax

North America

Missouri sports betting handle falls to $246.8m in July

Events

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