Regulation
UK betting group members urge chancellor to reconsider proposed MGD rise
The request concerns tax rates affecting betting shops and other businesses with category B machines.
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Regulation
Entain reports 2% Q3 NGR growth as CEO warns Treasury over tax hikes
The figures show how Entain’s UK and Ireland online revenue performed during its first full quarter with the 40% remote gaming duty.
Regulation
BGC says possible MGD rise to 40% could put 16,000 UK jobs at risk
The potential tax change could affect jobs and betting-shop and casino operations across the UK.
Regulation
BGC launches campaign against proposed 40% Machine Games Duty rate in Britain
The proposed 40% rate could expose betting shop operators to closures and job losses, according to the modelling cited by the BGC.
People moves
GREF appoints Ian Angus treasurer as Tim Miller leaves board
The board changes bring a UK Gambling Commission policy director into GREF's treasury as European regulators coordinate on gambling oversight.
Deals & M&A
UK Treasury disputes Betfred tax claim as bookmaker closes 132 shops
The dispute tests whether tax policy can be blamed for retail betting retrenchment as operators cut shop estates.
Deals & M&A
Treasury denies blame as tax rises blamed for Betfred closures
The dispute signals regulatory and fiscal risk for UK operators weighing shop estates against tax costs.