UK Gambling Regulation

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.

Football shirt sponsorship space with UK regulation symbols and blocked gambling and crypto icons

UK Prepares Ban on Unlicensed Gambling Operators Sponsoring Sports Teams

July 13, 2026August 1, 2026Mladen DjordjevicLeave a Comment

The UK is preparing to ban unlicensed gambling operators from sponsoring sports clubs, potentially affecting offshore casinos, crypto brands and Premier League deals.