Gaming Regulators
Interested in finding out some information on the watch dogs and blood hounds behind the gambling industry? These sites provide links to the major regulatory institutions.
Department for Culture, Media and Sport, The
They have a policy responsibility for museums, galleries and libraries, the built heritage, the arts, sport, education, broadcasting and the media and tourism, as well as the creative industries, the Millennium and the National Lottery. They aim to improve the quality of life for all through increased access to and participation in all these areas. View Site »
Home Office, The
The Government department responsible for internal affairs in England and Wales. The purpose of the Home Office is to work with individuals and communities to build a safe, just and tolerant society enhancing opportunities for all and in which rights and responsibilities go hand in hand. View Site »
Community Fund
This organisation gives Lottery money to charities and voluntary groups to help those in greatest need. Community Fund are a fully decentralised organisation with offices throughout the UK which means they can work more closely with the projects they fund. They run a number of different grants programmes to suit different kinds of projects and groups. View Site »
GamCare
This charity does not wish to restrict the choices or opportunities for anyone to operate, or engage in, gambling opportunities that are legally available in the UK. However, GamCare does have a commitment to promote responsible attitudes to gambling and to work for the provision of proper care for those who have been harmed by a gambling dependency. View Site »
BACTA
This is the Trade Association for the pay-to-play leisure machine business in Great Britain, representing the interests of over 685 companies and 1,170 individuals. BACTA works closely with local and national Government and independent organisations. The Association offers advice and information to help its members comply with law and regulations. View Site »
National Lottery Commission, The
Their role is to monitor and report on the performance of Camelot, the Lottery's operator, and to enforce its licence. They also select the operator of the lottery. The Commission does not handle any applications for lottery funds or distribute any lottery money. They do not actually run the lottery. This website explains their work in detail and provides general information. View Site »
Interactive Gaming Council, The (IGC)
The leading international trade association committed to the advancement of the interactive gambling industry. As an international association, IGC educational efforts have not been confined to America. The IGC has been proactive throughout the international Internet gaming industry, providing written testimony to the Gambling Review Body in the UK. View Site »
British Horseracing Board (BHB)
The governing body for horseracing in Great Britain, promoting the interests of the sport and industry by whatever responsible methods are available. You'll find a range of useful information on this site, including a searchable fixture list, industry links and news releases from BHB. You can also find out about racehorse ownership opportunities and BHB's graduate training programme. View Site »
Horserace Betting Levy Board, The
A statutory body that was brought into being by the Betting, Gaming and Lotteries Act 1963. The Levy Board is responsible for the collection of a levy on off-course horserace betting turnover from bookmakers and the Tote. The funds collected are applied to their statutory purposes, which are explained on this website. View Site »
Gambling Commission, The
An independent organisation with the sole purpose of regulating and discouraging corrupt online gaming organisations and daily business operations. Founded in 1999, The Gambling Commission was organised to assure gamblers of a closely monitored, safe online gaming environment. View Site »
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