Andrew Rhodes, chief executive of the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC), has confirmed that the third consultation on the White Paper will focus entirely on the land-based gaming sector.

Speaking at the Bingo Association's 2024 annual general meeting, Rhodes gave an overview of the implementation of the White Paper to review the Gambling Act. He emphasized the importance of collaboration and data-driven decision making in the gambling industry:

“The better our data, the more informed our decisions can be. This will lead to better outcomes for all stakeholders: both consumers and operators.”
Rhodes shared his enthusiasm for the opportunity to update meeting participants on the Commission's activities since the last meeting. He stressed the importance of government policies in shaping the future of gambling in England, Scotland and Wales and the need to successfully implement these policies for the benefit of all involved:

“The White Paper and the government policies it contains represent a watershed moment for gambling in the UK and provide a unique opportunity to make significant changes for a generation.”
Rhodes also highlighted the Commission's commitment to improving its gambling information base, emphasizing the importance of accurate data for effective regulation. He highlighted key areas where the GC wants to see more research:

early gambling experience and catalyst products;
variety of gaming experiences;
gaming-related harm and vulnerability;
the influence of operator practices;
product characteristics and risks;
illegal gambling and crime.
Rhodes also cited ongoing stakeholder engagement initiatives and collaboration with the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) to coordinate the implementation of regulatory changes.

In his speech, Rhodes reviewed various consultations carried out by the Commission, including on financial risk and regulatory reporting. He highlighted upcoming changes such as tightening age verification processes and introducing new rules for land-based casino licensees. These adjustments, described in the License Conditions and Code of Practice (LCCP), will be rolled out in stages from August 2024 to February 2025.

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