UK

British racing will stage a historic one-day strike in September, warning tax changes could damage the sport and wider economy.

UKGC says rising VPN use is obscuring illegal gambling activity, making it harder to measure market size and target enforcement effectively.

FDJ will not exit the UK with Unibet despite revenue declines and tax pressure, as it targets a turnaround within “some quarters”.

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.