James Noyes urges UK government to pause gambling affordability checks
Gambling reform advocate James Noyes urged the UK government to pause affordability checks, saying the Gambling Commission had not been transparent about their implementation. He cited concerns about effects on horse-racing bettors and said the checks should await further evaluation. The Commission’s trial used a £500 rolling 30-day threshold before reducing it to £150 in February 2025.
A pause could affect operators’ financial-check processes and the timing of UK affordability requirements.