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Tombola Partners with Breast Cancer Now to Launch “Eyes Down, Check Up” Campaign
Tombola has teamed up with leading research and support charity, Breast Cancer Now to launch their “eyes down, check up” campaign, which aims to encourage one million people to regularly check their breasts and raise up to £1million for the charity.
Every 10 minutes in the UK, one woman is diagnosed with breast cancer, and one man is diagnosed daily. Around two thirds of breast cancers in England are found when a woman detects an unusual breast change and gets this checked by a GP. Yet fewer than half (44%) of women surveyed (YouGov, April 2025) said they don’t check their breasts regularly while one in ten say they can’t remember the last time they checked their breasts.
Britain’s leading bingo brand, tombola, aims to change that through their collaboration with Breast Cancer Now, urging people across the UK to remember a key message: give your breasts some TLC – touch, look, check.
Tombola, in partnership with the charity Breast Cancer Now, has created, “Breast Check Now” an easy-to-use tool, that takes around one minute to complete and features a reminder to encourage regular breast checks – a habit that could save your life.
The online tool will educate people to know the main signs and symptoms of breast cancer, including lumps or swelling in the breast, upper chest or armpit area, and changes in breast size or shape, skin changes like puckering or dimpling, nipple changes like inversion or discharge, colour changes where the breast may look darker red or inflamed or rashing and crusting around the nipple.
Over the course of the next year, tombola aim to raise up to £1million for the charity through a blizzard of fundraising activity. This includes a series of five incredible live “Bingo Against Breast Cancer” charity games, where jackpots of £50,000 will be won, and at least £50,000 per game will be donated to the charity.
To mark the new partnership, tombola brand ambassador Josie Gibson, will take to the high street at Westfield Stratford City for some practical education with an interactive installation, which aims to give members of the public a hands on experience, helping people to feel more confident and empowered to regularly breast check and get any new or unusual breast changes checked by a GP, while also signposting them where to turn for support on Thursday 7th August.
The event will also feature relaxed “Sofa Sessions” hosted by Josie alongside experts from Breast Cancer Now to tackle conversations about breast health, break taboos and encourage regular breast checking. By encouraging this proactive, regular self-care, tombola hopes the initiative will make breast checking feel like less of a chore and encourage more people to make it a habit.
Josie Gibson said: “I’m so honoured to be part of tombola’s partnership with Breast Cancer Now and to support the amazing work they do. I didn’t realise until recently how many of us feel unsure about spotting the signs of breast cancer – me included!
“But that’s why I’m here to help spread the word and make sure everyone knows what to look out for. This is just the start of my own journey learning about something that can feel scary, but if we all check ourselves regularly and make it part of our routine, it can really make a difference. So, let’s look out for ourselves and each other, and make self-checking a regular habit.”
Tombola launched the partnership with Breast Cancer Now after finding that more than half (52%) of their community were affected by breast cancer, either directly or indirectly.
Marion Ryan, managing director at tombola, added: “With half of our community affected by breast cancer – either personally or through someone they love – we are dedicated to standing by them and offering the support they need. This partnership is about more than just raising awareness. It’s about empowering our community with the knowledge, tools, and confidence to take action.
“By working together with Breast Cancer Now, we hope to reach over one million people, strengthening vital support networks and services, and make a real difference in the lives that matter. I am delighted to share tombola are making an initial donation of £250,000 to the charity to kick start the partnership.”
Claire Rowney, CEO of Breast Cancer Now, said: “Around two-thirds of breast cancers are identified through women checking their breasts and getting any new or unusual change checked by a GP, and we know that regular breast checking is a critical first step to diagnosis. The earlier breast cancer is diagnosed the more likely treatment will be successful.
“As such we’re really excited that as part of our partnership, tombola has launched an innovative, easy-to-use tool to raise awareness of the signs and symptoms of breast cancer and help even more people to understand what to look out for and feel empowered to take action if something doesn’t feel right.
“Our ambition is that by 2050 anyone diagnosed with breast cancer will live, and live well.”
Former Sports Minister and breast cancer survivor Dame Tracey Crouch said: “Inspired by others who have been through cancer, I encouraged people to check their ‘bits and bobbins’ after my own diagnosis to raise awareness of breast cancer. It’s critical that people know the signs of breast cancer and check themselves regularly, which is why the partnership between tombola and Breast Cancer Now, which will reach over a million people, is so important in the fight to tackle this disease.”
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End2End, a global technology provider dedicated exclusively to multiplayer bingo solutions, is set to strengthen its presence in Brazil during BiS SiGMA South America 2026, taking place from April 6–9 at the Transamerica Expo Center in São Paulo.
As Brazil’s regulated gaming market continues to evolve, digital bingo is emerging as a compelling complementary vertical for licensed operators. With a deep-rooted cultural connection to bingo, Brazilian players are primed for modern, multiplayer digital experiences, offering significant opportunities for operators to diversify their portfolios.
At the event, End2End will showcase its expertise in the Brazilian market, engage with potential white-label partners for the End2End Bingo Network, and explore new affiliate partnerships to expand distribution and differentiate operator offerings.
Founder and CEO Alejandro Revich and Chief Commercial Officer Pablo Bonifacich will be on-site throughout the expo to meet with operators, affiliates, and partners seeking innovative product solutions for the Brazilian ecosystem.
End2End’s technology is designed as a complete end-to-end solution, combining its proprietary multiplayer bingo platform, Player Account Management (PAM) system, and network infrastructure to enable scalable deployments across mobile, online, and retail environments. All solutions are certified for Brazil and fully compliant with GLI-19 standards, underscoring the company’s commitment to regulatory compliance and high operational standards.
Alejandro Revich, Founder and CEO of End2End, commented:
“Brazil is one of the most exciting gaming markets in the world, and with our certification in place, bingo is poised to become a key vertical as operators expand their offerings. The cultural affinity for bingo is undeniable, and the digital infrastructure is ready. At BiS SiGMA, we aim to demonstrate how our network model works and why End2End is the ideal partner to bring bingo to life in Brazil. We’re here to grow our network, build partnerships, and show that when it comes to bingo in Brazil, End2End is the clear choice.”
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The Bingo Association (BA), the National Bingo Game Association (NBGA) and Meeron announced the appointment of Nicole Garrett as their new Chief Executive Officer. This leadership transition follows the confirmation that current CEO Miles Baron will step down at the end of June 2026.
Strategic Succession and Timeline
Nicole is set to join the organisations in Spring 2026. The appointment was made jointly by the respective association chairmen as part of a structured succession plan to ensure a seamless transition of leadership for the UK bingo sector.
Extensive Industry Expertise
Nicole Garrett joins the associations from Allwyn Group, the operator of the UK National Lottery. During her tenure as Group Head of Responsible Gaming, she spearheaded international initiatives centered on player protection and safer gambling.
Her professional background includes several high-profile leadership roles within the gaming and betting industry:
• Allwyn Group: Group Head of Responsible Gaming
• Bet365: Head of Corporate Affairs
• Betting and Gaming Council (BGC): Head of Policy.
Leading the Future of the Bingo Industry
With a proven track record in navigating complex regulatory reforms and stakeholder engagement, Nicole brings a wealth of strategic experience to her new role. Her expertise in social responsibility and policy development will be vital as she leads the Association through the evolving landscape of the gambling sector.
The chairmen of BA, NBGA and Meeron commented: “We are delighted to confirm the appointment of Nicole Garrett as our new CEO. Nicole brings an exceptional breadth of experience from across the wider gaming sector, with a strong track record in policy development, regulatory engagement, and responsible gaming. We are confident she will provide outstanding leadership as the bingo industry navigates an evolving regulatory and commercial landscape.”
Commenting on her appointment, Nicole Garrett said: “I am thrilled to be joining the Bingo Association (BA), the National Bingo Game Association (NBGA) and Meeron at such an important time for the bingo industry. Bingo plays a unique and valued role within local communities, and I am very much looking forward to working closely with members and stakeholders to support the sector and help shape its future.”
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Soon it may be possible to play bingo via walkie-talkie and on local radios. A bill is currently being considered by the Danish Parliament to introduce a new type of licence for bingo via walkie-talkie and local radio. The Danish Gambling Authority expects the rules to come into force as early as 1 January 2026.
If the bill is passed, providers of walkie-talkie bingo and local radio will be able to apply for a licence from 1 January 2026. The Danish Gambling Authority will update this news article when the rules are finally adopted.
How to apply for a licence
If you want to offer bingo via walkie-talkie or radio, you need a licence from the Danish Gambling Authority. You can expect to apply as early as 1 January 2026.
When applying for a licence, you must use the form “Apply for a walkie-talkie or radio bingo licence” (no. 1-02). The form will be available on the page “revenue-restricted licenses”.
The application form will also be published in a digital version, but it will not be available on virk.dk until January.
The Danish Gambling Authority strives to process all applications as quickly as possible.
As an applicant, you will be assigned a contact person who can guide you through the legislation during the application process. The contact person will generally remain the same throughout the period of validity of your licence.
Report on the first year of offering games
Licences for radio and walkie-talkie bingo are regulated by the Gambling Act and the Executive Order on Online Casino. The legislation sets out a number of requirements for licensed gambling operators. Among other things, the licence holder must complete a report on the first year of offering gambling.
The report is prepared one year after the licence has been put into use and must be sent to the Danish Gambling Authority no later than 14 months after the date when the licence has been put into use.
The licence holder can fill out the report themselves.
The report must account for how the licence holder has provided gambling in accordance with the conditions of the licence and legislation during the past year.
The report template will be available on the Danish Gambling Authority’s website as form no. 1-04.
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