The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has revealed plans to significantly enhance its enforcement efforts on gambling suppliers starting in 2025, emphasizing compliance and consumer protection as top priorities.
Andrew Rhodes, Chief Executive of the UKGC, announced the plans during a recent webinar with the International Association of Gaming Advisors (IAGA). He highlighted the need for stricter oversight of gambling suppliers, a sector he believes warrants more rigorous attention.
“We are shifting our focus to ensure that the gambling industry supply chain upholds the highest standards of compliance. Suppliers play a critical role in how gambling services are delivered, and we will not hesitate to take firm action where necessary.”
Rhodes emphasized that suppliers, including technology providers and software developers, must ensure their products meet regulatory standards and support the broader goal of consumer protection.
“Operators are only one part of the equation. The role of suppliers in shaping the gambling experience cannot be understated, and we expect them to take their responsibilities seriously.
I have said before that everyone in the legitimate industry should undertake their own due-diligence that their suppliers and partners are not engaged in unlicensed activity facing in to the UK.”
In 2025, the UKGC plans to implement more detailed inspections and impose stricter penalties for non-compliance, including financial sanctions and license suspensions. Rhodes noted that the Commission’s aim is not only to enforce rules but also to drive meaningful change across the sector.
“Our intention is clear: to raise standards and improve accountability throughout the supply chain. We expect suppliers to innovate responsibly and place consumer welfare at the forefront of their business models.”
These plans signal a pivotal shift in the UKGC’s regulatory approach, extending beyond operators to address gaps in supplier accountability.
The enhanced enforcement measures are expected to be rolled out gradually across 2025.
With less than a month of 2025 gone by, the UKGC has levied its first financial penalty. Greentube was fined £1 million (€1,193,188 / $1,229,141) as a result of social responsibility and anti-money laundering failures through its admiralcasino.co.uk site.
Olivia has worked as an editor and writer for major brands across multiple niches. She now focuses on the iGaming and sports betting industries.
