Gambling Commission e‑bulletin: Key updates at a glance

A concise roundup of the latest Gambling Commission updates, including consultations, operator surveys, duty changes, new guidance and industry engagement events.

Regulatory settlements consultation closing soon

• The Commission’s consultation on the destination of regulatory settlements closes 2 April.
• Updates are required following the introduction of the statutory levy and the transition away from GambleAware.
• Stakeholders are encouraged to submit responses before the deadline.

Gambling Act Review evaluation: Operator survey open

• NatCen has launched a survey and interview programme to support evaluation of the Gambling Act Review.
• Areas covered include financial vulnerability checks, online slots stake limits, and socially responsible incentives.
• The survey closes 10 April, and operators can also volunteer for interviews.

Operator engagement forum announced

• The fourth Operator Engagement Forum will take place 1 July in Birmingham.
• Open to licensed operators and trade bodies.
• Registration details will follow, and operators are reminded to keep primary contact details updated in eServices.

Bingo Duty to be abolished from April 2026

• As confirmed in Budget 2025, Bingo Duty will end on 1 April 2026.
• No Bingo Duty returns will be required for accounting periods starting on or after that date.
• Outstanding returns can still be submitted until April 2030.
• Gambling Commission requirements remain unchanged, and online bingo will continue to be subject to Remote Gaming Duty.

New ‘Inside the Commission’ podcast episode released

• The latest episode features Kirsty Caldwell (Interim Chair, Industry Forum) and Andrew Jackson (Head of Secretariat).
• The discussion explores how the Industry Forum brings sector insight into Commission work.
• Available on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

Updated digital identity guidance for casinos

• The UK Government has published new digital identity guidance to support compliance with the Money Laundering Regulations 2017.
• Casinos and other regulated entities are encouraged to review the updated framework.
• Additional AML resources are available on the Commission’s website.