On 26 June 2026, the Gambling Commission announced that it is seeking proposals from the gambling industry on ways to reduce unnecessary regulatory burdens.

The Gambling Commission has made clear that any reduction in burden must still maintain strong consumer protections and uphold the licensing objectives under the Gambling Act 2005.

Purpose of the Initiative

The initiative forms part of the Gambling Commission’s 2026/27 Business Plan. It invites industry stakeholders to suggest how regulatory requirements, guidance and operational processes could be streamlined or improved.

The aim is to identify practical changes that make regulation more effective and proportionate, without weakening consumer safeguards.

Areas Proposals May Cover

Industry proposals may relate to:

• the Licence Conditions and Codes of Practice;
• technical standards;
• reporting processes; or
• wider interactions across the regulatory framework.

The Gambling Commission also reiterates that it remains committed to ensuring compliance costs are proportionate to the risks faced by consumers and at the same time, that it continues to focus on the licensing objectives of the Gambling Act 2005, namely:

• keeping crime out of gambling;
• ensuring gambling is conducted fairly and openly; and
• protecting children and vulnerable people from harm.

How and When to Submit Proposals

Stakeholders are asked to submit proposals using an online form before the end of September 2026.

Comment from the Commission

Tim Miller, Executive Director for Research and Policy at the Gambling Commission commented:

“We want to hear from the industry about where regulation can be improved or streamlined without compromising the protections that consumers rightly expect.”

“This is an opportunity to identify tangible changes that support innovation while ensuring regulation remains effective, proportionate and focused on keeping gambling fair and safe.”

Please get in touch with us if you have any questions about the industry proposals.