Offshore Bookies Exploit Vulnerable UK Gamblers
The tragic story of Ollie Long exposes how illicit offshore gambling sites target vulnerable Britons trying to quit. As the hidden market booms, calls grow for urgent government action.
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Betfair and Paddy Power pay £2m Gambling Commission fine
Betfair and Paddy Power have agreed a £2m settlement with the Gambling Commission after failing to protect vulnerable users, including one who bet £20,000 in under eight hours. Read the full investigation details.
Ex-Marine to be sentenced over Liverpool title attack
Paul Doyle, 54, returns to Liverpool Crown Court today for sentencing after driving into crowds celebrating Liverpool FC's title win, injuring over 100. Follow the latest.
Driver used car as 'weapon' on Liverpool fans, court hears
Paul Doyle wept as court saw footage of him injuring 134 people during Liverpool's victory parade. He told police: 'I've just ruined my family's life'.
Man jailed for 11 years after Kennington tube stabbing
Nicholas Orlando Green sentenced to 11 years for a random double stabbing at Kennington Underground station. The victims survived after being attacked on their way home. Read the full report.
Bet365 accounts sold for thousands in secret gambling world
A secretive world of professional gambling sees betting accounts traded for huge sums as players evade bookmaker restrictions. Exclusive insight into the 'wild west' shadow industry.
Knifeman jailed for 11 years after Kennington Tube attack
Nicholas Orlando Green has been sentenced to 11 years for a horrific unprovoked stabbing at Kennington Underground station. Two victims suffered multiple wounds. Read the full court details.
Billy Don Burns, 76, hospitalised after self-harm incident
Country music legend Billy Don Burns reveals he survived a near-fatal self-harm incident in November following a drug and alcohol binge. Read his harrowing story and recovery plea.
Liverpool parade car attack: 134 injured, driver pleads guilty
Paul Doyle, 54, has pleaded guilty to a horrific car attack on a Liverpool FC victory parade crowd, injuring 134 people. Read the full story of the shocking incident and the upcoming sentencing.
Man snaps partner's neck after she ends relationship
Robert Easom was convicted of grievous bodily harm after breaking Trudi Burgess's neck. Her children speak out about years of domestic abuse and isolation. Support their recovery fundraiser.
NSW bans 24/7 poker machines after 4am
Over 670 NSW pokies venues lose 24/7 gambling exemptions as government acts on research showing heightened harm after midnight. Read the full story.
PTSD Marine to Hospital After Liverpool Parade Attack
A former Royal Marine who drove into a Liverpool victory parade crowd, injuring 17 people including a baby, will be sent to a secure hospital due to a PTSD diagnosis. Read the full story.
Twins jailed for brutal attack on friend and mother
Twin brothers Keiron and Jordan Lewis have been sentenced for a vicious, cocaine-fuelled assault that left their friend in a pool of blood. Read the full shocking details.
Teen jailed for stabbing girlfriend and killing cat
Steven Cornish, 19, sentenced for vicious Cardiff attacks on girlfriend and her cat while under influence of drugs. Read the full court details and sentencing.
Liverpool parade driver admits injuring 134 people
Ex-Royal Marine Paul Doyle faces lengthy prison sentence after admitting intentionally driving into Liverpool victory parade crowds. Survivors left with unanswered questions.
Online Gambling Tax Rises to 40% in Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces major increases to online gambling taxes, targeting games with the 'highest levels of harm'. Discover the full financial impact.
UK Online Gambling Tax Doubles in Budget Shake-up
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces near-doubling of remote gaming duty to 40%, hitting online casinos and bookmakers. Discover how this impacts the industry and Treasury coffers.
Online betting firms face £1bn tax hike in Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a major tax increase on online gambling firms, doubling the duty to 40% from April. Discover the full impact on the industry and problem gambling.
Driver pleads guilty to Liverpool parade attack
Paul Doyle changes plea to guilty for driving into Liverpool victory parade crowd, injuring over 100. He faces a lengthy custodial sentence on December 15.
Paul Doyle pleads guilty to all Liverpool crash charges
Ex-Royal Marine Paul Doyle has pleaded guilty to 31 charges after driving into a Liverpool crowd, injuring over 100. He now faces a lengthy prison sentence.
Liverpool Parade Crash Suspect Returns to Court
Paul Doyle, 54, denies 31 charges as his trial continues over the Liverpool victory parade crash that injured over 100 people. Follow the latest updates from court.
Liverpool parade crash suspect in court
Paul Doyle, 54, faces 31 charges over the Liverpool FC victory parade incident that injured 134 people. Follow the latest from the trial at Liverpool Crown Court.
UK gambling firms win £1bn extra from punters
UK gambling industry winnings hit £12.6bn, with online casino revenue soaring 55% since pandemic. Campaigners demand tax increases as firms lobby Treasury.
Girl, 2, in hospital after McDonald's Happy Meal drink
A two-year-old girl in Germany was rushed to hospital after drinking from a McDonald's Happy Meal water bottle suspected to contain disinfectant. Police are investigating.
Liverpool parade crash suspect appears in court
Paul Doyle, 54, denies 31 charges after a car ploughed into Liverpool FC victory parade crowds, injuring over 100. Follow the latest from the trial.
UK Gambling Revenue Hits £16.8bn, Up 7.3%
UK gambling revenue reached £16.8bn in the year to March, a 7.3% rise driven by online betting. As the Chancellor considers a tax hike, discover the full industry breakdown.
Gardener faces life for paralysing teacher lover
Robert Easom, 56, has been found guilty of grievous bodily harm after breaking his partner's neck. Trudi Burgess, 57, is now tetraplegic and requires constant care. Her family speaks out.
Chauncey Billups pleads not guilty in gambling case
Portland Trail Blazers coach Chauncey Billups pleads not guilty in federal court over alleged $7 million illegal gambling scheme. Read the latest developments.
Sydney pool party stabbing over omelette leads to jail
A man has been sentenced to prison after stabbing a guest 10 times during a cocaine-fuelled poolside party argument over an omelette in Sydney's affluent North Turramurra. Read the shocking details.
Gambling firms spent £2bn on ads amid tax debate
British gambling companies spent £2bn on advertising last year, exceeding tax revenues and sparking calls for Chancellor Rachel Reeves to increase gambling duties in the upcoming budget.
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