United Kingdom: UK Reform of Gambling Laws to protect online users
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Announced Government proposal for a maximum stake limit for online slot games
On 23 February 2024, the Government announced that it would adopt a statutory maximum stake limit for online slot games. The limit would be set at GBP 5 per spin for adults aged 25 and over and GBP 2 per spin for young adults aged 18 to 24. These li…
SourceClosed consultation on proposals for a maximum stake limit for online slots games
On 4 October 2023, the UK Government closed its consultation on proposals for a maximum stake limit for online slots games. This consultation is part of the government's efforts to modernize gambling sector regulation following a review of the Gambl…
SourceOpened consultation on proposals for a maximum stake limit for online slots games
On 26 July 2023, the UK Government opened its consultation on proposals for a maximum stake limit for online slots games until 4 October 2023. This consultation is part of the government's efforts to modernize gambling sector regulation following a …
SourceAnnounced reform of gambling laws to protect smartphone users in white paper
On 27 April 2023, the UK Government published a White Paper containing its plans to enact several measures to reform gambling laws in order to protect users from online casino games. Notably, the proposals include stake limits for online slot games …
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