Interim Gambling Commission CEO Gardner says regulator is difficult to leave
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Summary
Interim Gambling Commission CEO Sarah Gardner said the regulator has proved difficult to leave because it always presents a new challenge. Gardner, who has held most senior roles at the Commission, said she wants to foster a more creative approach to regulation.
Why it matters
Gardner's stated preference for creative over blunt regulation signals the Commission's direction on measures such as financial risk assessments while its leadership changes.
Cite as: SectorWire, “Interim Gambling Commission CEO Gardner says regulator is difficult to leave”, 7 August 2026, https://sectorwire.news/item/interim-gambling-commission-ceo-gardner-says-regulator-is-difficult-to/
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