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Gambling Consultant Slams UK Government Over 4,500 Job Losses
After the shock announcement issued last week by William Hill, who are to close up to 700 high street betting shops across the UK, with 4,00 jobs at risk, gambling consultant Steve Donoughue slammed the UK Government for lack of sympathy towards the future of the employees.
Four Gambling Operators Banned By ASA For Ads Directed At Children
The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) have banned four advertisements from Betfair Bingo, Dunder Casino, William Hill Vegas and LottoGo Euromillions, as they did not follow strict guidelines in protecting children from gambling related harm.
British Horseracing Authority says no to betting giants
The four biggest betting organisations in the UK have had their levy offer refused by the UK Horseracing Industry. The Racing Post reported that William Hill, Ladbrokes, Coral and Betfred were hoping to make an agreement that would cover their retail and online operations until spring 2019.
Playtech’s Jekyll and Hyde Slot Goes Live
Jekyll and Hyde has become the latest Playtech slot to become available at William Hill Casino. The slot is not the first to be based on Robert Louis Stevenson’s 1886 classic novel, in fact Microgaming have a slot of the same name, which means competition is fierce.
MrQ Faces Regulatory Settlement Over Compliance Breaches
In a recent development, the United Kingdom Gambling Commission (UKGC) has reached a regulatory settlement with online bingo and iGaming operator, MrQ, owned by Lindar Media.
UKGC Fines Paddy Power for Social Responsibility Failures
Renowned betting giant, Paddy Power, found itself in hot water following violations of social responsibility regulations, according to the UK Gambling Commission.
UK Charities to Benefit from MP’s Grand National Winnings
Last Saturday saw record figures in viewers and bets as the Grand National ran its 174th race at Aintree racecourse in Merseyside.
Australian Software developer Aristocrat Unveils £2.7b Takeover of Playtech
As the US relaxed regulation laws on gambling, companies are scrambling to get a firm foothold on the US gambling market. After many deliberations between gambling company Playtech and Aristocrat, the latter has offered a £2.7b bid to take over Playtech.
Betfred Acquires MoPlay’s UK And Irish Database
One of the UK’s largest sports betting and gambling operators, Betfred, have acquired MoPlay’s full database for UK and Irish customers after having their license suspended last month.
What Impact Will The UK’s Ban On Credit Card Betting Have On The Market?
While the ban on the use of credit cards, and adding funds to e-wallets via credit cards for placing bets has been imminent, the announcement by the UK regulator it will come into force as of 14th April 2020, has sent waves through the UK industry.