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Exclusive: High Court documents allege George Cottrell, a key Reform UK figure, let a syndicate headed by Brighton FC's Tony Bloom control his betting accounts in a secretive arrangement.
Exclusive: High Court documents allege George Cottrell, a key Reform UK figure, let a syndicate headed by Brighton FC's Tony Bloom control his betting accounts in a secretive arrangement.
Five London boroughs join a campaign to ban gambling advertising on the Underground, citing public health risks and strong public support for restrictions. Read the full story.
New research shows Australia's credit card betting ban had minimal impact on high-spending gamblers, who simply switched payment methods. Experts call for stronger action.
Islington Council has identified nine potential sites for permanent Gypsy and Traveller pitches, sparking hope after years of delay. The consultation faces fears of a 'shameful' public backlash.
New South Wales government ends 20-year exemptions allowing 673 pubs and clubs to operate poker machines after 4am following research showing increased gambling harm overnight.
A Kazakh couple allegedly used hidden cameras and earpieces to fraudulently win $1.18m from Sydney's Crown casino. Discover how police uncovered their sophisticated gambling scam.
New Australian research reveals alcohol and gambling are implicated in 70% of domestic violence cases. Urgent policy reform needed to address addiction-driven family violence.
Exploding feral pig populations are devastating Queensland's World Heritage rainforests, polluting waterways and destroying sacred Indigenous sites. Urgent action needed.
Shocking research reveals 8,000+ illegal waste sites across UK, avoiding £1.63bn in landfill taxes and creating environmental hazards. Discover the full extent of Britain's waste crime epidemic.
Paddy Power owner Flutter expects $860m profit impact over two years after UK budget increases online gambling taxes. Discover how the industry is reacting.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves spares horse racing from tax hikes in new Budget, keeping betting duty at 15% after successful industry campaign. Read the full story.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves exempts horse racing from betting tax hikes in the Budget, a move hailed by racing chiefs. Meanwhile, grassroots sports clubs warn of closures due to business rate changes.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces near-doubling of remote gaming duty to 40%, raising £1.1bn by 2030. Discover how this impacts gambling shares and government funding.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a major gambling tax overhaul, raising online duties to generate over £1bn. Discover the impact on operators and players.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves presents her first budget with growth forecasts, borrowing figures and gambling tax hikes revealed after OBR document leak. Read the full analysis.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveils her landmark 2025 budget with new taxes on mansions, gambling, and milkshakes. Discover the political and economic implications for the UK.
Evoke, owner of William Hill, plans a potential sale of its Italian online business if the UK budget imposes punitive gambling tax rises. Read the full analysis.
UK gambling firms made £12.6bn in a year, with online casino winnings up 15%. Calls grow for tax rises on the industry ahead of the budget. Read the full analysis.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves warned that increasing gambling taxes could lead to significant job losses and harm horse racing. The industry contributes £4bn annually in tax. Read the full analysis.
UK racing secures major budget victory as government targets gaming taxes over betting duties. Find out how this decision protects 85,000 jobs and rural economies.
West Ham sponsor BoyleSports says the gambling industry remains committed to football despite the Premier League's front-of-shirt sponsor ban. Discover the future of sports partnerships.
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Using a modified Amazon Fire Stick can give criminals direct access to your bank and passwords. Learn how to protect yourself from this growing UK fraud threat.
British gambling companies spent £2bn on advertising last year, outstripping tax revenues and sparking calls for Chancellor Rachel Reeves to increase industry taxes in the budget.
The government is launching a new 'name and shame' scheme for employers who breach minimum wage laws, protecting 42,000 vulnerable workers. Discover the full Budget details.
Revealing how organised criminals are dumping thousands of tonnes of toxic waste across Britain with impunity, creating environmental disasters that cost millions to clean up.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves expected to announce gambling tax increases in budget, with industry warning of job losses and black market growth. Full analysis inside.
Grammy-winning Fugees rapper Pras Michel sentenced to 14 years for illegally funnelling millions to Obama's 2012 campaign. Full case details and reaction inside.
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