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UK lawmakers examine Sky Bet’s Malta headquarters move and tax implications

Regulation

Former prime minister Gordon Brown urged UK MPs to examine whether gambling companies use relocations to reduce UK tax liabilities, according to the report. Tax expert Dan Neidle estimated that Sky Bet’s move could cut its corporation tax bill by up to GBP 31 million annually; Sky Bet said the restructuring was intended to improve operational efficiency and that Flutter remains a major UK taxpayer.

The scrutiny could affect operators’ assessment of tax exposure and corporate structures in the UK.

End-of-day close Flutter (FLUT), USD, to 2 January 2026
Story date6 October 20252 January 2026

Latest reported results

Flutter NYSE: FLUT

Quarter ended 30 September 2026

Revenue
USD 3.87bn
Operating income
−USD 1.19bn10-Q filing 0001635327-26-000059

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Flutter plans to move Sky Bet Malta roles to Gibraltar

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