UKGC Cracks Down as Lottomart Penalised For Compliance Failures

So, What Went Wrong?

A compliance check set by the UKGC in June 2024 revealed multiple shortcomings, such as providing weak anti-money-laundering checks, overlooking potential organised criminal activity, and allowing customers to create duplicate accounts and failing to detect them. Actions which put players at serious risk of gambling related harm.

The Gambling Commission’s Director of Enforcement, John Pierce said:

“The cornerstone of every licensed business must be the proper implementation of effective policies and procedures aimed at making gambling crime-free and safer.”

The final settlement included £50,000 in divestment, with the full amount directed towards socially responsible causes.

What This Means for the UK Market

This cements the fact that the UK Gambling Commission remains one of the most vigilant regulators in the world. They’re not just targeting blacklisted casinos, licensed casino operators will be penalised if they fail to protect their customers.

So for operators, the message is clear: having the right intentions on paper isn’t enough. They need to enforce safer gambling tools and provide the correct anti-money-laundering and Know Your Customer (KYC) procedures. All of this is essential for compliance and to maintain player trust. Players choosing operators licensed by the UK Gambling Commission will receive the strongest and safest protection. Significantly so when compared to the less tightly regulated casinos in markets like Curaçao.