Sarah Fox Appointed as UKGC's Policy and Research Head
The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) announced that a senior leader from the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) is set to join its executive team.
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Sarah Fox appointed to lead UK Gambling Commission's policy and
The UK Gambling Commission has appointed Sarah Fox to its Executive Team on secondment from the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS). Fox will lead the regulator's Policy and Research and Statistics functions along with National Lottery regulation, taking on responsibilities previ
UK to Ban Unlicensed Gambling Sponsors from Sports from 2027
Unlicensed gambling sponsors in the UK could face a sports ban starting in 2027 as the DCMS considers making sponsorship deals with unlicensed operators a criminal offense.
BGC Supports DCMS Consultation, Aligns with Entain’s Urgency Call
The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) welcomes DCMS's consultation on banning illegal gambling sponsorships and ads, aligning with Entain's call for swift action.
UK's DCMS Initiates Consultation on Banning Illegal Gambling Sponsors
The UK’s Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) has launched the long-awaited consultation on banning illegal gambling sponsors from sports.
CMS Committee Questions Gambling Commission on FRA Decision
The Culture, Media and Sport (CMS) Committee questions the Gambling Commission over its decision to proceed with Financial Risk Assessments (FRAs).
Lisa Nandy Steps Away from Social Media Platform X
Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy has quit social media platform X, citing an influx of “abuse and misinformation” which is plaguing the site.