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BGC Supports “Peers for Gambling Reform”

The HALLO ECHO

  The UK’s Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) has announced its support to the “Peers for Gambling Reform” that will consist of 150 Lords from the upper house of government which will shape the government’s path on any future gambling legislation. Michael Dugher, CEO of the Betting and Gaming Council, said: “As the new standards…

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Camelot Lottery Solutions Receives Responsible Gaming Certification from World Lottery Association

The HALLO ECHO

  Certification recognises that Camelot Lottery Solutions has been accredited by the WLA in accordance with its Responsible Gaming Certification Standards for associate members. Camelot Lottery Solutions (Camelot LS) is proud to announce that it has been accredited as a certified Responsible Gaming Supplier by the World Lottery Association (WLA) after achieving alignment with the…

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UK House of Lords Calls for Urgent Regulation of Loot Boxes

The HALLO ECHO

  The House of Lords Gambling Committee has urged the UK government to classify video game loot boxes as “games of chance.” The recommendation came as part of a wide-ranging report in which the committee suggested a number of changes to the gaming industry. “If a product looks like gambling and feels like gambling, it…

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UK Gambling Commission opens consultation on high value ‘VIP’ customers

The HALLO ECHO

  The UK Gambling Commission is today seeking views on proposed changes to the rules operators must abide by when transacting with high value customers. The consultation follows collaborative work with the industry following three challenges laid down by the Gambling Commission to make gambling safer and reduce harm across the sector.  The Commission challenged…

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Online Gambling Reforms Announced by UK APPG Gain Huge Support

The HALLO ECHO

  The All Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Gambling Related Harm has published recommendations for reforms to online gambling. The APPG’s new report sets out more than 30 recommendations for regulatory change, with the most notable proposal being a ban on gambling ads. Polling by Survation on behalf of Clean Up Gambling shows the public…

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UK Parliamentary Group Calls for Ban on Gambling Ads

The HALLO ECHO

  A report compiled by the UK MPs and members of the House of Lords has called for a ban on gambling ads and a limit of £2 on all online slots. The cross-party alliance also demands an overhaul of the country’s gambling regulations, plus a ban on VIP schemes and inducements. It also wants…

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