UK

An inquest into Ellen Mulvey’s death has prompted renewed calls for UK gambling reform and stronger protections for vulnerable players.

MPs debated gambling advertising in Westminster, with calls for tighter restrictions and concerns over black market growth.

Kane Purdy takes over as BGC Chair, bringing 20 years of industry experience as the body navigates regulatory change.

UK student gamblers now lose over £50 weekly on average, with rising spending linked to financial pressure and social media exposure.

Entain will shut 39 Ladbrokes shops in Ireland after a failed sale, putting 226 jobs at risk amid ongoing retail sector pressures.

Evoke will shut 200 William Hill shops from May as rising UK gambling taxes increase pressure on retail operations.

Premier League clubs face an £80m shortfall as gambling sponsors exit front-of-shirt deals ahead of the 2026–27 season ban.

65% of UK bettors oppose affordability checks, with concerns growing that stricter rules could push users towards illegal markets.

Entain reports 3% Q1 NGR growth, driven by a 13% UK online surge, and maintains its FY26 guidance amid continued market share gains.

Allwyn confirms a revamped Lotto format and UK Powerball launch this summer, with better odds and plans to boost funding for good causes.