Lindar Media Slapped with £690K Penalty Over AML Violations

Lindar Media Slapped with £690K Penalty Over AML Violations
Summary: Lindar Media committed multiple breaches of AML laws The UKGC also found failings in the operator’s social responsibility duties Lindar Media to pay over £690K in regulatory settlement arising from the violations UK online gaming operator Lindar Media Limited has agreed to pay £690,947 in regulatory settlement after the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) found...

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SMF Finds Public Mostly In Support of New Gambling Policy Reforms

SMF Finds Public Mostly In Support of New Gambling Policy Reforms
Summary: New study claims most gambling policy proposals are supported by the UK public Resistance from media, industry, and party colleagues is the main barrier to reforms, not public opinion SMF recommends two strategies for successful policymaking The majority of the UK population is in favor of introducing significant public health policies for gambling, according...

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GamCare Launches New “Online Community” For Services

GamCare Launches New “Online Community” For Services
Summary: Brits can now access GamCare’s online support services with one account via the “Online Communities” area The new online space comes with extra features and a sleek design to enhance user experience It allows users dealing with gambling harms to interact with those who have similar experiences GamCare has now made it much easier...

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UKGC Cautions Gambling Firms Against Misusing Gambling Data

UKGC Cautions Gambling Firms Against Misusing Gambling Data
Summary: The UKGC’s Andrew Rhodes said some groups have been using gambling data inaccurately to support their argument The most common misuse relates to the 0.3% problem gambling rate in Great Britain Operators giving out misleading information must fix their mistake or face consequences The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has raised concerns over the misuse...

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GambleAware Says RET Donations Down 9% For Q1

GambleAware Says RET Donations Down 9% For Q1
Summary: GambleAware received £317.1 million in total RET donations from April to June 2023 That translates to a drop of 9% from the same period in the previous fiscal year The Big Four operators are not on the list but are expected to donate later this year GambleAware received £317.1 million in donations from gambling...

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ICO Gives Backing To GamProtect Project

ICO Gives Backing To GamProtect Project
Summary: UK gambling operators and financial institutions will collaborate for GamProtect GamProtect is a project where financial data will be shared with gambling operators to protect Brits Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) backs GamProtect project The Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) in the UK has given its backing to get financial intuitions in the country and gambling...

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UK Banks Urged to Increase Customer Awareness of Gambling Blocks

UK Banks Urged to Increase Customer Awareness of Gambling Blocks
Summary: GamCare recently published a report on bank gambling blocks as part of its GRFH programme The report calls on banks to be proactive in promoting awareness of the tool The recommendation comes as many Brits remain unaware of the tool’s availability GamCare has highlighted the importance of bank gambling blocks in helping customers, especially...

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APPG Want More Changes To Made To White Paper Recommendations

APPG Want More Changes To Made To White Paper Recommendations
Summary APPG still has concerns over White Paper recommendations and has launched an inquiry APPG wants to submit recommendations for Gov to consider during consultation period Recommendations will also include areas not covered in the White Paper The Gambling Related Harm All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) says that while they are happy the UK Government has...

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UK Public Support Blanket Ban on Gambling Advertising

UK Public Support Blanket Ban on Gambling Advertising
Summary: Over half of Britain is in favor of a blanket ban on gambling ads However, lawmakers are unlikely to approve the measure The government could instead introduce a mandatory RET levy A new survey shows more than half of UK residents support a blanket ban on gambling advertising, but the measure is unlikely to...

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GambleAware Looks to Break Down Gambling Harm Stigma

GambleAware Looks to Break Down Gambling Harm Stigma
Summary: GambleAware has launched a new campaign called “Let’s open up about gambling” New campaign will look to tackle gambling stigma The campaign is supported by multiple organizations and popular public figures GambleAware aims to remove the stigma around gambling harms by launching a new campaign called “Let’s open up about gambling”. Produced by the...

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