UK Gambling reform campaign The Big Step has submitted a joint-letter signed by the directors and executives of twenty English football clubs to DCMS, demanding that gambling advertising and sponsorship have no presence in football. Comprising English Football League (EFL) and non-league clubs, the group underlined its support for The Big Step’s campaign to “kick gambling out of football” citing …
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Big Step campaign calls for Euro 2020 gambling ad suspension
A group of 60 gambling law reform advocates have joined the Big Step campaign in calling for a suspension of gambling advertising during this summer’s UEFA European Football Championship. An initiative of the Gambling with Lives charity, the Big Step has detailed its suggestions in a letter to several broadcasters and media outlets covering television, radio and online verticals, including …
Read More »Ladbrokes becomes official betting partner of Monumental May
The Vanarama National League Play-offs, or ‘Monumental May,’ has received British based betting and gambling firm Ladbrokes as its official betting partner. The partnership coincides with a brand new play-off format across The National League’s competition, which it states is “excited about the exposure it will bring.” Michael Tattersall, Chief Executive Officer of The National League, said: “We are proud …
Read More »Ronnie Moore sacked by Tranmere Rovers
Tranmere manager Ronnie Moore has admitted guilty to Football Association charges regarding breaches of rules of betting on football. Moore’s current employers Tranmere Rovers announced the sacking of the manager regarding the breaches. Tranmere Rovers had suspended the Moore (61), following an investigation launched by the FA’s football integrity unit. Mick Horton Operations Director for the football club commented” “Tranmere …
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