The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has outlined its framework for the statutory levy, a key outcome of the Gambling Act Review, as operators prepare for the first payment cycle due from 1 September 2025. Rates are set between 0.1% and 1.1% of relevant revenue, based on the nature of the gambling activity. Introduced through the Gambling Levy Regulations 2025, the levy replaces the former voluntary funding system under the Licence Conditions and Codes of Practice (LCCP). Under this new model, the Gambling Commission will collect and administer levy funds, while the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) will provide strategic oversight and set sector-specific rates. Funds will be allocated for research, education, and treatment (RET) to combat gambling-related harm. NHS England will oversee treatment projects, the Office for Health Improvement and Disparities (OHID) will handle prevention and education, and UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) will direct research efforts. How…Â Read More
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