Gambling Commission increases gambling safeguards with Samaritans
The Gambling Commission has announced plans to work with the Samaritans following published data indicating the link between problem gambling and suicide.
A selection of our best articles from 2019.
The Gambling Commission has announced plans to work with the Samaritans following published data indicating the link between problem gambling and suicide.
Paddy Power has just announced its #SaveOurShirt campaign urging fellow betting companies to stop sponsoring football shirts following its controversial ‘sash’ sponsorship announcement.
Ladbrokes Coral owner, GVC Holdings, has announced a 3% revenue growth in the second quarter of 2019 as online sales offset a collapse in UK high street revenue.
The government has announced plans to review the age limits for all National Lottery games. Currently, UK residents can buy Lottery tickets once they turn 16, whereas the minimum gambling age for online casino sites and bingo is 18.
ComeOn has been granted new licences by the Danish Gambling Authority, allowing it to offer sportsbook and online casino products in the Danish market. The licence will run for five years, the maximum length for a gaming permit in Denmark.
Playtech has announced the launch of its latest slot game from its Origins studio – Space Digger. The intergalactic game features a unique built-in Game Modifier feature which allows licensees to customise play by unlocking an additional stacked wild during the free spins bonus round.
The Advertising Standards Agency (ASA) has reversed its ruling against a Sky Bet TV advertisement aired on August 30th 2018.
GVC Holdings, the operator of Ladbrokes and Coral, has announced the possible closure of 900 of its high street shops. The company previously estimated that 1,000 shops would be affected. However, the decision is still expected to hit up to 5,000 jobs and impact revenue by £120m.