Eastern
Eastern Region
The region has a committee of five officers. The regional committee consists of a Chair & Director, a Vice Chair & Treasurer, a Training & Events Officer, and two Regional Officers. The region hosts up to three regional training days covering a broad range of licensing topics delivered by speakers from all sectors including local authorities, private practice, government departments, and other speakers. Training sessions are generally held virtually, with one training session per annum held in person.
If you are a licensing practitioner or professional living or working in the eastern, you can join the Institute to become a regional member.
Counties in the Region
- Cambridgeshire
- Norfolk
- Suffolk
Eastern Region Committee
Stewart Broome
Regional Chair and Advisory Council Representative
Tracy Howard
Regional Officer
Michelle Bishop
Vice Chair & Treasurer
William Dell’Orefice
Regional Officer
Marie Malt
Training & Events Officer
Josie Hoven
Regional Officer
Regional & National News
Gambling Commission newsletter – 3 August 2026
The latest fortnightly update highlights enforcement action, regulatory developments, industry consultations and operational news from across the gambling sector.
Read MoreGovernment takes action to crack down on rogue funeral operators
Proposals for formal regulation of the funeral sector to be developed following the case in Hull.
Read MoreCourt of Appeal refuses TNLC permission to appeal
The Court of Appeal has refused The New Lottery Company Limited (TNLC) and Northern & Shell PLC’s application to appeal...
Read MoreInstitute of Licensing backs extended closure powers but warns of risks and calls for stronger safeguards
The Institute of Licensing (IoL) has submitted its formal response to the Home Office consultation on proposals to increase the...
Read MoreGambling Commission rejects claims of poor engagement in horse racing sector row
Growing concern about the Gambling Commission’s forthcoming financial risk assessments (FRAs) has prompted renewed scrutiny from both government and the...
Read MoreLicensed drivers urged to meet new digital reporting duty
For licensed taxi and private hire drivers, this typically includes fares, platform‑derived income, cash takings, tips, and allowable operating costs...
Read MoreYoung people and gambling harm debated in the Lords
Peers in the House of Lords have raised concerns about rising gambling harm among young people.
Read MoreDeadline extended for IoL award nominations to 1 September
The Institute of Licensing has extended the nomination deadline for its three annual awards.
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