This so-called “point-of-supply” legislative scheme was reversed (in the case of remote gambling) by the Gambling (Licensing and Advertising) Act 2014, which converted the British system into a so-called “point-of-consumption” regime, which criminalised any person in any jurisdiction who makes available facilities for gambling to British players on a remote basis without British licences. Originally the Gambling Act 2005 applied only to those persons who had a physical connection with Great Britain for example, land-based gambling businesses located in Great Britain or items of remote gambling equipment located in Great Britain. It is important to note that this instrument does not extend to Northern Ireland, where legislation based on the Gaming Act 1968 continues to apply (although a modernising instrument is currently under consideration in the Northern Irish Assembly and is expected to be enacted into law (and operational) by the end of 2023). The main legislation governing gambling in the three forms identified in English law (gaming, betting and participating in a lottery) is the Gambling Act 2005. Not regarded as gambling where the element of chance is no more than de minimis.ġ.2 Specify: (i) the law and regulation that applies to the Relevant Products in your jurisdiction and (ii) – in broad terms – whether it permits or prohibits the offer of Relevant Products to persons located in your jurisdiction. Skill games and competitions with no element of chance Not regarded as gaming where there is no prize offered in “money or money’s worth”.

“Social” gaming with no prize in money or money’s worth Sports/horse race betting (if regulated separately to other forms of betting)įantasy betting (payment to back a ‘league’ or ‘portfolio’ selection over a period of time, for example in relation to sport or shares)

Local authorities (for Premises Licences). The Gambling Commission (for Operating Licences). The Gambling Commission of Great Britain (“ Gambling Commission”) 1.1 Which entities regulate what type of gambling and social/skill gaming activity in your jurisdiction?Ĭasino gaming (including slots and casino table games such as roulette & blackjack)

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