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PIN-UP Global chief executive disputes Ukrainian sanctions in statement

Enforcement & compliance

PIN-UP Global chief executive Marina Ilina said the company would contest sanctions imposed by Ukrainian authorities on companies associated with its brand. She described the measures as based on unsubstantiated accusations against its Ukrainian partner and said the company’s legal team would defend its position in court.

The dispute concerns sanctions affecting companies associated with a gambling brand and their ongoing legal challenge in Ukraine.

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Gambling Commission acting chief executive addresses sector leaders

Sarah Gardner, acting chief executive of the Gambling Commission, spoke at its CEO Briefing on 5 November, according to the Commission. She said the regulator would continue engagement with the sector and discussed work on the Gambling Act Review, the National Lottery and illegal gambling. Gardner also acknowledged that the previous week’s Budget had introduced changes affecting parts of the sector.

Acting Chief Executive Sarah Gardner gave the speech at the CEO Briefing on 5 November 2026. She addressed the audience as Acting Chief Executive of the Gambling Commission. The published text is a draft version, so the words actually spoken may vary a little.

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