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The Greens are now favourites in the Gorton and Denton by-election betting after Labour blocked Andy Burnham from standing, triggering sharp odds movement.

NetEnt is preparing to release Rabid Randy Gone Fishing on 17 February 2026, introducing a new fishing-themed entry to its Rabid Randy slot series.

Recent Gambling Commission changes have altered how UK casino bonuses are structured, prompting debate over whether smaller offers now deliver better real-world value.

The revised tax framework, targeting remote betting and online casinos, projects to generate over £1 billion annually in tax revenue.

A senior regulator highlighted that illegal casino ads targeting self-excluded users in Great Britain are prevalent and easy to find in social feeds.

Jackpotjoy has released a summary of its biggest casino wins from 2025, led by a six-figure jackpot and several high-value payouts across progressive slot titles.

BGaming has expanded its slot portfolio with Joker X Love, a high-volatility release that blends traditional Joker themes with multipliers and bonus-driven gameplay

A new GambleAware synthesis report shows how the ‘Let’s Open Up About Gambling’ campaign helped drive engagement, change behaviour and highlight persistent stigma, offering recommendations for future harm-reduction efforts.

The Gambling Commission’s 2024–25 annual report details a year of enforcement activity, regulatory reform and operational change as the regulator prepares for the next phase of gambling oversight.

The UK government’s renewed focus on gambling taxation has triggered a divided response across the industry, with operators warning of unintended consequences while policymakers argue reform is overdue.