The UK government has increased the Machine Games Duty by 5%, potentially raising costs for players…
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UK gambling news for players, covering betting rules, online casino changes, affordability checks, enforcement and safer gambling policy.
Gambling Commission Finds High Illegal Site Use Among UK
The UK Gambling Commission reports significant illegal gambling site use among problem gamblers, raising concerns over…
UK Budget Raises Betting Shop Gaming Machine Tax by 5%
The UK budget raises the tax on fixed-odds gaming machines in betting shops from 20% to…
UK Budget Raises Gambling Machine Tax, Impacting Players
The 2026 UK budget raises the tax on fixed-odds gaming machines, potentially affecting betting shop availability…
UK Betting Shops Face Closures After Gambling Tax Rise
A 5% tax increase on fixed-odds gaming machines in UK betting shops may lead to widespread…
Operator Fined £900,000 Over Withdrawal Delays and Failures
A remote gambling operator has agreed to pay £900,000 after the Gambling Commission found withdrawal delays…
IG Group Plans UK Prediction Markets Launch in Late 2026
IG Group is preparing to introduce prediction markets in the UK by late 2026, expanding betting…
Study Finds UK Gambling Sites Breach Privacy Rules
Research shows most UK gambling websites fail to comply with GDPR, collecting player data without proper…
UK Gambling Tax Rise Sparks Player Concerns Over Costs
The UK’s Remote Gaming Duty doubled in April, raising online gambling costs for players and fueling…