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Scottish GGS Finds Gambling Stigmas Are Preventing Treatment

by Mike Ashley

Summary A GSS evaluation found that gambling stigma is preventing Scots from accessing treatment Frontline workers need to improve their questioning methods to help Scots struggling with gambling harm In Wales, the Lib Dems want to double the tax imposed on online operators The stigma surrounding gambling addiction which has gone down in the last...

When is a Progressive Jackpot Likely to Hit?

by Mike Ashley

Predicting exactly when a progressive jackpot will hit is impossible, as it is determined by a random number generator. However, there are a few factors that can give you an idea of when a progressive jackpot is more likely to hit: The Size of the Jackpot: Typically, the larger the progressive jackpot, the more likely...

GamCare Calls for Cross-Sector Partnerships to Address Gambling-Related Debt

by Mike Ashley

Summary GamCare published its latest recommendations for tackling gambling-related debt The recommendations come as 6 in 10 Brits seeking gambling treatment had debts GamCare said there must be reciprocal referral pathways between sectors to address the issue GamCare is calling for stronger multi-sector partnerships to help people experiencing financial problems due to gambling. The independent...

Should I Use the Buy a Bonus Feature on Slot Games?

by Mike Ashley

You may have spotted on more and more recent slot machine releases, an option whereby you can automatically trigger the bonus game offered by that slot on the next spin, which is sure to be appealing to many of you out there. But, and this is a big but, there is a downside of taking...

UK Survey Finds Affordability Checks Will Cause Black Market To Flourish

by Mike Ashley

Summary A recent survey by Racing TV found that 80% of UK bettors are against affordability checks The black market will flourish if strict gambling measures are implemented The survey comes ahead of the publication of the Gambling Review White Paper A significant number of UK bettors may be engaging with black market firms at...

The Mathematics of Casino Games Such as Video Poker

by Mike Ashley

The mathematics of casino games such as video poker involves understanding the odds and probabilities of different outcomes. Video poker is a game of skill as well as chance, and the player’s decisions can affect the outcome of the game. To play the game optimally, players must understand the mathematical principles that govern the game,...

Discover Which Are the Highest Paying NetEnt Slot Machines

by Mike Ashley

I am always being asked with slot games are the best ones available online, and when it comes to getting the best chances of ending a session in profit, then it should be the ones that have been designed to return more of your stakes as winning payouts over the long term. With that in...

Red Tiger Release Their Stunning Blood Suckers Megaways Slot

by Mike Ashley

They are of course the slot machines that really have caught the imagination of players all over the world, and I am more than confident that you will have played the high risk Megaways slots at one time or another recently, if of course you are an avid slot player. Thanks to a fair licensing...

Shadow Minister Shares Thoughts on RET Funding Issue

by Mike Ashley

Summary Jeff Smith MP said RET funding concerns must be addressed in the White Paper Smith wants White Paper to provide clear information on RET funding Betting and Gaming Council is opposed to statutory levy on RET funding Young Gamers and Gamblers Education Trust (YGAM) recently held a Parliamentary Reception in Westminster where it launched...

NetEnt Launch Fully Themed Gordon Ramsay Hell’s Kitchen Slot

by Mike Ashley

Having secured the required licence from ITV and Humble Pie Media, NetEnt have now launched one of their very latest, all themed, fully branded slots, that being the Hell’s Kitchen slot, which does of course feature the star of that show, Gordon Ramsay. No expense has been spared on the design of that brand new...

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