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UK Gambling Commission sets new technical standards for gaming machines

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The UK Gambling Commission published its response to a consultation on gaming-machine standards on 30 September 2026. New category B machines must provide easier access to play-management tools and session information from 30 June 2027; the measures also restrict misleading win effects and features that shorten time to game outcomes.

Operators and suppliers must prepare category B machines for standards taking effect from 30 June 2027.

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