The Latest Breaking News from the Gambling Commission

The UK's latest gambling reforms introduce stricter compliance, stake limits, and a statutory levy, signalling a decisive shift towards player protection and regulatory oversight.

Two trials will take place due to large number of defendants in September 2027 and January 2028

Craig Williams and his 14 co-defendants face a wait of more than two years for trial.

Craig Williams was the aide to former prime minister Rishi Sunak

Conservative Party insiders were among those charged after bets were placed on the timing of the general election

Craig Williams, who was the MP for Montgomeryshire, is among a group accused of cheating at gambling just before Rishi Sunak called the 2024 election

The Gambling Commission said the firm did not appropriately engage with a customer who hit a daily deposit limit of £3,340 12 times in 14 days.

In a move that underscores New Zealand's commitment to fair and transparent regulation, the country's Gambling Commission has dismissed TAB NZ's lobbying efforts for preferential treatment, affirming that all gambling operators will be held to the same legal and ethical standards.

Companies deploy highly-paid lawyers and appear to mislead councillors – but local authorities are fighting back

Russell George, who is among 15 people under investigation, says he wants to focus on clearing his name

Russell George, the Conservative member for Montgomeryshire, said he was withdrawing his candidacy to stand in next year’s election.