Thieves ram Wetherby service station and steal slots payout machine

Four men used a black Nissan Juke to ram raid the slots area at Wetherby Services at 2am on 29 July, making off with the &Play cash payout machine.

GamCom upgrades money-laundering risk

The Gambling Commission has upgraded the anti-money laundering risk for gambling software suppliers from low to medium in its 2026 money laundering and terrorist financing risk assessment.

Derek Webb launches scattergun attack on industry to lobby the new Prime Minister

Renowned anti-gambling campaigner Derek Webb has urged Prime Minister Andy Burnham to overhaul gambling policy, taking aim at the former PM, his ministers, the regulator, and, of course, operators – but does his scattergun approach hit its mark?

“Once they’re sold, that’s it”: Electrocoin down to last table in several Stern limited editions

Electrocoin has encouraged pinball fans not to hesitate in purchasing one of Stern’s limited edition pinballs, warning demand is high and manufacturing runs restricted.

“Co-operating with the big banks”: Payment Choice Alliance launches blistering attack on the Treasury over cash policy

There will be no tears shed at the Payment Choice Alliance if, or when, a new Chancellor moves into 11 Downing Street in the coming weeks. In a direct attack on current occupant Rachel Reeves, the group savaged the Treasury’s antipathy to the decline of cash, accusing it of colluding with the “big banks” to move to a cashless system. A “HUGE disappointment” was the most complimentary PCA could muster for the Chancellor as it battles to save cash use.

Clacton call: Nigel Farage resigns as MP for Clacton

Nigel Farage has resigned as MP for Clacton in response to claims he broke Commons rules by accepting undeclared funding from George Cottrell, as a parliamentary standards investigation continues into a separate undeclared gift of £5m.

MERKUR Community backs Belfast charity using football to unite over 50 nationalities

MERKUR Community is backing Belfast-based charity MSCNI, which uses football to unite more than 50 nationalities. Funding supports grassroots sessions, equipment and kits, helping underrepresented communities participate fully. The partnership strengthens inclusion, boosts confidence and builds cross‑community connections for over 100 people.

Deluxe Bingo Hastings celebrates first anniversary after reopening

Deluxe Bingo Hastings celebrated its first anniversary on 21 June, marking one year since the venue reopened following more than two years of closure.

National Bingo Week 2026 begins this Monday

This year’s National Bingo Week will begin on Monday, celebrating every aspect of what makes the pastime such an important part of communities across the UK.

Showmen’s Guild confirms Red Diesel duty tax freeze for fairs and circuses

The Showmen’s Guild has received clarification from government that the recently announced reduction of fuel duty for users of Red Diesel applies to fairs and circuses.