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BGC survey finds 28% of UK players may consider unlicensed sites after tax rises

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A YouGov survey commissioned by the Betting and Gaming Council found that 28% of UK players would consider using unlicensed platforms if the government introduced new online gambling taxes. The survey also found that 14% of respondents already use illegal platforms and 29% could not identify whether a site was licensed. BGC chief executive Grainne Hurst warned that higher taxes could push more players to the unregulated market.

The findings frame the BGC’s warning that tax changes could shift customers from licensed operators to unlicensed sites.

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BGC warns UK gambling tax rise could drive customers to illegal sites

The Betting and Gaming Council warned on 1 April that Britain’s illegal online gambling market could grow as the Remote Gambling Duty rate rises from 21% to 40% of gross gaming revenue. The industry body said the higher tax could weaken licensed operators’ competitiveness and argued that proposed financial risk assessments could also push customers towards unlicensed sites. The BGC cited billions of pounds in stakes on the black market, without giving a specific total.

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