UK Gambling Act Reform Weeks Away, Stricter Controls Loom
The Times reports that the UK Gambling Act reform is imminent. The Times quotes leaked information from unnamed sources in government. The reforms are expected to be announced within weeks.
Gambling Act overhaul will focus on casino games and sports betting. Online casinos will have to impose limits on the amount customers can wager. New affordability checks for customers who lose large sums of money are expected. UK Gambling Commission has fined numerous operators over the past five years for failing to track and control the spending of high-risk customers.
The UK Gambling Act reform is due to be announced soon. It will introduce tighter controls on everyone, including online poker players. There will be a ban on VIP packages and free bets for customers who incur large or sustained losses.