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National Centre for Social Research to Lead Monitoring and Evaluation of Gambling Act Review
The National Centre for Social Research (NatCen) has been commissioned by the Department for Culture, Media & Sport (DCMS) and the Gambling Commission to develop a Monitoring and Evaluation plan for the Gambling Act Review. The Gambling Act Review was launched in 2020 to examine whether changes to gambling regulation in Great Britain are needed since the Gambling Act of 2005.
The project will establish the evaluation design to address how effective the Gambling Act Review (GAR) has been in preventing gambling-related harm to vulnerable groups and wider communities, gambling behaviours and the gambling market. The GAR evaluation will also aim to consider whether:
- there is an appropriate balance between consumer freedoms and choice on the one hand, and prevention of harm to vulnerable groups and wider communities on the other; and
- customers are suitably protected whenever and wherever they are gambling, and that there is an equitable approach to the regulation of the online and the land-based industries.
NatCen will develop a Theory of Change (ToC) for the GAR in co-design with DCMS and the Gambling Commission. This ToC will be supported by document analysis to ensure that the evaluation design is considered in the full context of recent changes in the gambling landscape.
NatCen will deliver a complete evaluation plan considering feasible approaches and practical recommendations for implementing this evaluation of the critical review.
Dr Sokratis Dinos, NatCen’s Director of Health Policy, said: “We are delighted to work on this project, to develop this monitoring and evaluation plan of the vital Gambling Act Review. The past decade has seen a significant shift in the perspective of gambling harms, and this contract is pivotal in providing feasible approaches and practical recommendations. This evaluation will consider the extent to which measures have effectively prevented gambling related harm to vulnerable groups and wider communities, whilst enabling the balance of consumer freedom and informed choice, and explore the wider impact on gambling behaviours and the market.”
Canada
CasinoCanada partners with Casino Prestige on review and comparison content
CasinoCanada has signed a partnership with Casino Prestige to support brand promotion and drive traffic to the operator’s platform across selected markets.
Under the agreement, CasinoCanada will develop and publish informational and promotional materials focused on Casino Prestige’s features and gaming portfolio. The content will be integrated into CasinoCanada’s review and comparison sections, with the stated goal of increasing visibility and user engagement.
Eugene Ravdin, Head of PR at SEOBROTHERS, stated: “This collaboration allows CasinoCanada to further expand its range of partner operators. The platform will provide structured reviews and analytical content to present key information about Casino Prestige and support ongoing traffic acquisition efforts.”
A Casino Prestige spokesperson commented: “Casino Prestige is thrilled to partner with CasinoCanada as part of its strategy to expand reach and connect with more players worldwide, delivering a premium gaming experience built on high-quality titles and top-tier customer support.”
Casino Prestige launched in 2026 and lists a library of more than 2,100 casino games from over 30 providers, including around 2,000 slots and more than 40 live dealer games. The operator said its platform runs under a license issued by the Tobique Gaming Commission and is owned and managed by Gophoenix Solutions Ltd., which handles payments, promotions, and platform management.
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Canada
CasinoCanada announces partnership with Casino Prestige
CasinoCanada has established a partnership with Casino Prestige to support brand promotion and drive traffic to the platform across selected markets.
CasinoCanada will develop and publish informational and promotional materials outlining Casino Prestige’s features and gaming portfolio. The content will be incorporated into CasinoCanada’s review and comparison sections to increase visibility and facilitate user engagement.
CasinoCanada is an online casino guide focused on the Canadian market, operated by SEOBROTHERS.
Eugene Ravdin, Head of PR at SEOBROTHERS, stated: “This collaboration allows CasinoCanada to further expand its range of partner operators. The platform will provide structured reviews and analytical content to present key information about Casino Prestige and support ongoing traffic acquisition efforts.”
A Casino Prestige spokesperson commented: “Casino Prestige is thrilled to partner with CasinoCanada as part of its strategy to expand reach and connect with more players worldwide, delivering a premium gaming experience built on high-quality titles and top-tier customer support.”
Launched in 2026, Casino Prestige features a library of more than 2,100 casino games from over 30 providers, including around 2,000 slot titles and more than 40 live dealer games. The offering spans slots, table games, live casino, instant games, and TV-style formats, with providers such as Pragmatic Play, Novomatic, BGaming, Spinomenal, and Booming Games.
Casino Prestige operates under a license issued by the Tobique Gaming Commission. The platform is owned and managed by Gophoenix Solutions Ltd., which is responsible for all operational activities, including payments, promotions, and platform management.
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Casino Guru
Casino Guru Awards 2026 set for May 25 in Malta as final evaluations begin
Casino Guru has started its final evaluation phase for the Casino Guru Awards 2026, with winners set to be announced on May 25 at Xara Lodge in Malta, ahead of the NEXT Valletta conference.
The company said nominations have closed and shortlists are finalized, with the Casino Guru team now reviewing shortlisted nominees’ track records through judge discussions and meetings with candidates. Winners are selected using what Casino Guru describes as a mix of data-led evaluation and expert assessment, drawing on its Safety Index and Complaint Resolution Center.
Public voting remains open for the Player’s Choice and Voice of the People categories, giving players and industry stakeholders a direct vote alongside the judging process.
“The Casino Guru Awards are not about who is the biggest or most visible,” said Daniela Sliva, PR & Creative Projects Director from Casino Guru. “They are about who is doing the right thing, even when no one is watching.”
Casino Guru expects around 150 guests at the Malta event, which it positioned as an industry networking evening alongside the awards announcements.
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