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Compliance officer marking a non-compliant gaming machine for immediate removal from a UK gambling venue

New UK Rules Require Immediate Removal of Non-Compliant Gaming Machines

July 29, 2026July 29, 2026Mladen Djordjevic

UK Licence Condition 18.1.1 takes effect on 29 July 2026, requiring non-remote operators to stop offering gaming machines flagged by the regulator.

Local authority officer reviewing a premises risk map for Preston's new gambling licensing policy

Preston’s New Gambling Licensing Policy Puts Local Risk Under Closer Scrutiny

July 28, 2026July 28, 2026Mladen Djordjevic

Preston’s 2026-2029 gambling policy raises expectations for local risk assessments, staff safeguards and oversight of betting, bingo and gaming premises.