Betting and Gaming Council

From digital hubs in Leeds and Stoke-on-Trent to tech teams in Newcastle-under-Lyme, the online betting industry supports over 56,000 skilled jobs — most of them outside London. This is one of the UK’s true tech success stories. Higher taxes put that success at risk.

Pleasure to present the prize, alongside the Deputy Irish Ambassador Michael Lonergan, to the winning connections of Borderline Madness for the last race at ⁦@GTYarmouthRaces⁩. Great track. Fabulous staff. Lovely day. Come racing! ⁦@arenaracingco⁩

⚽🎯🏉🏇 @Betfred’s continued investment in sport reinforces the important role betting operators play in supporting major events. From darts and rugby league to football and racing, this long-term backing helps sustain and grow British sport. gamingintelligence.com/marketing/2169…

It’s great to see charity foundations like @FoundationSTFC, @officialbantams, @SBitC_CCFC and @htafcfoundation investing in projects that support health, wellbeing and inclusion — all made possible by the @SkyBet @EFL Building Foundations Fund. footballleagueworld.co.uk/shrewsbury-tow…

The UK’s betting and gaming industry supports 109,000 jobs and contributes £6.8bn to the economy. From tech hubs to tourism, sport to hospitality, our members are proud to back the UK’s growth agenda.

Delighted to see @Ladbrokes back at the heart of the Ayr Gold Cup Festival, sponsoring through to 2027. It’s a brilliant boost for one of UK racing’s most iconic events, and a welcome return from a long-time supporter. 🏇🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 ayradvertiser.com/sport/25335856…

A tax rise on betting and gaming risks pushing players to unsafe black market sites – putting at risk: ⚠️ 109,000 jobs ⚠️ £6.8bn economic impact ⚠️ £4bn in tax revenues Balanced regulation is the only sustainable path. bettingandgamingcouncil.com/news/third-of-…

📢 ICYMI: The latest issue of BGC News highlights growing concerns over proposed betting and gaming tax changes — and how they could impact jobs, investment and vital funding for sport. Read more ➡️ tinyurl.com/BGC-News-July Sign up for future issues ➡️ bettingandgamingcouncil.com

Great to see the @SkyBet and @EFL Building Foundations Fund in action — from saving Shrewsbury’s Meadowside hub to supporting mental health in Bradford and boosting grassroots sport in Coventry. 🤝⚽ footballleagueworld.co.uk/shrewsbury-tow…

Sport, jobs, tech and local communities all benefit from a thriving betting and gaming sector. The government must think again before introducing higher taxes that could do lasting damage.

After more than two decades away, we’re delighted to see @Ladbrokes return as sponsor of the iconic Ayr Gold Cup Festival — backing one of the biggest events in Scottish racing. 🏇🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 sportindustry.biz/news-categorie…

⚽🎯🏉🏇 @Betfred has a strong track record of supporting British sport. Their renewed sponsorship of the @OfficialPDC World Matchplay through to 2030 reflects a long-term commitment to sports – from darts and rugby league to horseracing and football. sbcnews.co.uk/sportsbook/202…

The £15m refurbishment of The Victoria casino in London – the largest investment ever made by owners @GrosvenorCasino - shows the sector’s continued commitment to supporting jobs, tourism and growth. pokernews.com/news/2025/07/g…

On behalf of the 109,000 people whose jobs are supported by our industry, we look forward to engaging with Nigel Huddleston, the new Shadow Culture Secretary. We share his commitment to promoting safer gambling, driving growth and supporting sport. igamingfuture.com/bgc-welcomes-a…

Almost 1 in 3 punters would go to the black market if promotions were lost due to tax changes. 🛑 This is a wake-up call for Government. The message is stark: push punters too far, and they’ll go underground. bettingandgamingcouncil.com/news/third-of-…

We agree with @TheSun – a tax hike on betting would cost jobs and hit sports sponsorship. This isn’t just bad policy: it’s a real threat to sports and communities that rely on funding from the betting and gaming industry. Read more on our position ⬇️ bettingandgamingcouncil.com/news/third-of-…

1.5m Brits use black market gambling sites. These illegal operators: 💷 Pay no UK tax ⚠️ Offer no player protections 🏟️ Do nothing for sport Tax hikes on regulated betting would only fuel the black market, and leave players and sport worse off. bettingandgamingcouncil.com/news/third-of-…

The BGC welcomes the appointment of Nigel Huddleston MP as Shadow Culture Secretary. We look forward to working with him to promote safer gambling, support jobs, and protect the future of British sport. igamingfuture.com/bgc-welcomes-a…

🚨 BGC News is out now, with more on the Government’s tax consultation, what it means for sports funding, and why betting and gaming must be part of the UK’s growth strategy. Read more ➡️ tinyurl.com/BGC-News-July Sign up for future issues ➡️ bettingandgamingcouncil.com

⚠️ A new YouGov poll should be a wake up call for ministers: 📉 28% of punters would switch to the black market ❗14% already have 🚫 29% can’t tell legal from illegal sites This is a real and growing threat. bettingandgamingcouncil.com/news/third-of-…

Tax changes risk slashing funding for betting-backed sports like snooker, football and darts. “This would put thousands of jobs and millions in investment at risk, while threatening the future of all sports that rely on regulated betting for funding.” thesun.co.uk/news/politics/…