UKGC gambling Review Announced; no more bonuses; Mandatory credit checks; 5 second spin times

[dave1888]

Even tournaments where there is extra incentive to win makes 5 secs just about worth it. ill spin less without these incentives, definitely.

 

[justdoit]

5 seconds spin time? It's clunky enough on some providers at 2.5 seconds, double that will be a nightmare.

Quite sick of the BS meddling to be honest. It's bad enough that auto spins have gone.

2.5 sec or 5 sec only in gameplay, but in bonus they add super turbo spin on

 

[shadow123]

At 5 second spins they can bollocks, imagine trying to get a feature on a NLC.Thought the idea was to reduce online playing
time.Waded through some of the report,purely academic approach by people who have never played a machine,wonder
how much it cost.

 

[Webzcas]

GAMSTOP's response to the white paper: GAMSTOP statement in response to gambling whitepaper

 

[justdoit]

GAMSTOP's response to the white paper: GAMSTOP statement in response to gambling whitepaper

she know all join gamstop and move to crypto lol, same time they are to many bad casinos with fake games.

 

[thebeast777]

If only the UKGC had just one senior member of staff who had the slightest clue how gambling works in reality. Here comes higher compliance staffing levels , It enables all the libtards at UKGC to keep themselves in a “ job “ and further RTP decreases so the punters can pay for the increased compliance costs.

 

[megadam]

At 5 second spins they can bollocks, imagine trying to get a feature on a NLC.Thought the idea was to reduce online playing
time.Waded through some of the report,purely academic approach by people who have never played a machine,wonder
how much it cost.

Imagine playing Bonanza on 5 second spin time. Dazza's videos will eclipse that of the LOTR trilogy just for a 2x bonus in a single video.

 

[AndrewPearson]

“We are encouraged that legislation will be introduced, allowing the Gambling Commission to apply for a court order as a last resort, requiring ISPs, payment providers and other service providers to implement measures aimed at disrupting the business of an illegal gambling operator. This will provide greater protection for GAMSTOP’s users.”

People will use VPNS. Nobody is gambling on Crypto sites directly from the UK.

 

[Lemon]

At 5 second spins they can bollocks, imagine trying to get a feature on a NLC.Thought the idea was to reduce online playing
time.Waded through some of the report,purely academic approach by people who have never played a machine,wonder
how much it cost.

Yeah, they can get to fuck with this 5-second spin time proposal. Just align it with the spin timings on land-based games, which it pretty much currently is already. Otherwise there will be a campaign to drop the AGC and LBO to 5 seconds as well. Honestly, the shite they are coming up with in these proposals is truly depressing and way over the top. Feels like they are trying to steer players back towards land-based gambling. I'd rather set fire to myself than set foot in an LBO. Horrible places filled with the dregs of society.

 

[Mouche12]

Actually, the Netherlands is not that bad. Very fast payments via bank transfer (iDeal), pretty good bonuses and responsive customer support.

Yes, there are quite a few pop-ups in relation to responsible gambling, and bonus buys are no longer allowed by the Ksa, but I can live with that. Fast spinning is still available, although automatic play has been banned. Also, all sites (as far as I know) have the highest RTP games.

 

[alcatraz]

Actually, the Netherlands is not that bad. Very fast payments via bank transfer (iDeal), pretty good bonuses and responsive customer support.

Yes, there are quite a few pop-ups in relation to responsible gambling, and bonus buys are no longer allowed by the Ksa, but I can live with that. Fast spinning is still available, although automatic play has been banned. Also, all sites (as far as I know) have the highest RTP games.

I took a closer look on how things are done in netherlands. I think they have found an appropriate way between player protection and freedom of choice.

 

[mack341]

Why not bring autoplay back if there is going to be a 5 second spin?

I think the gamemakers may have to rethink the bonus frequency, yes there'd need to be more dud ones paying little but at least you would get one before dying of boredom or rsi. [ mouse users ]

 

[Siohmy]

Bloody hell, 2.5 sec spins are only just about tolerable. On what level does 5 second spins make any sense other than to put the online industry out of business which, let’s be honest, is probably their end goal.

 

[bamberfishcake]

Fiona Palmer's declaration of gambling's increasing woes is a fine example of the nanny state mindset, which avoids dealing with problems and, instead, helps feed the saintly illusion of a regulator frantically firefighting a neverending evil for the benefit of humanity.

“In March 2023, GAMSTOP recorded its highest ever monthly registration figures since our inception in 2018, which shows that problem gambling remains a serious issue.”

If more people than ever are turning to GAMSTOP, then is it too radical to suggest the current approach, and the UKGC, is failing? Personally think she has some nerve showing her face, as well as the other charlatans, who fit neatly into the fail-your-way-to-the-top business model.

One could easily suggest that if we have more addicts, the policies and changes introduced by the UKGC to cut addiction are ineffective. Some might say they have made things worse.

Perhaps more education, individual treatment and support would be more effective rather than another revolving door of money fattening the greedy governmental monster of failure.

 

[justdoit]

Fiona Palmer's declaration of gambling's increasing woes is a fine example of the nanny state mindset, which avoids dealing with problems and, instead, helps feed the saintly illusion of a regulator frantically firefighting a neverending evil for the benefit of humanity.

“In March 2023, GAMSTOP recorded its highest ever monthly registration figures since our inception in 2018, which shows that problem gambling remains a serious issue.”

If more people than ever are turning to GAMSTOP, then is it too radical to suggest the current approach, and the UKGC, is failing? Personally think she has some nerve showing her face, as well as the other charlatans, who fit neatly into the fail-your-way-to-the-top business model.

One could easily suggest that if we have more addicts, the policies and changes introduced by the UKGC to cut addiction are ineffective. Some might say they have made things worse.

Perhaps more education, individual treatment and support would be more effective rather than another revolving door of money fattening the greedy governmental monster of failure.

how many of them join Gamstop to avoid UK casinos and move to Crypto casinos? Gov is ignoring black market problem, also problem with gamstop if you want to take like 6month 1 year off gambling when you start gambling again every casinos will target you as problem gambler coz you join gamstop

 

[justdoit]

If only the UKGC had just one senior member of staff who had the slightest clue how gambling works in reality. Here comes higher compliance staffing levels , It enables all the libtards at UKGC to keep themselves in a “ job “ and further RTP decreases so the punters can pay for the increased compliance costs.

I dont think UKGC has any power to change any gambling regulation, all changes was made by Gov (MPs)

 

[Mr_Slot5]

Fiona Palmer's declaration of gambling's increasing woes is a fine example of the nanny state mindset, which avoids dealing with problems and, instead, helps feed the saintly illusion of a regulator frantically firefighting a neverending evil for the benefit of humanity.

“In March 2023, GAMSTOP recorded its highest ever monthly registration figures since our inception in 2018, which shows that problem gambling remains a serious issue.”

If more people than ever are turning to GAMSTOP, then is it too radical to suggest the current approach, and the UKGC, is failing? Personally think she has some nerve showing her face, as well as the other charlatans, who fit neatly into the fail-your-way-to-the-top business model.

One could easily suggest that if we have more addicts, the policies and changes introduced by the UKGC to cut addiction are ineffective. Some might say they have made things worse.

Perhaps more education, individual treatment and support would be more effective rather than another revolving door of money fattening the greedy governmental monster of failure.

I’ve always said treat the root cause not the symptoms. Trouble is there’s too much hassle and expense in that…and that’s what things ultimately boil down to- money.

If the government was serious about attempting to eradicate addictive behaviour traits then they’d put more effort into mental health services and treatments. But no, it’s easier to set up a ‘regulator’ who sets increasingly demanding rigours of online casinos and then fine them for 7 figure sums.

I mean what the fuck does a 5 second spin delay achieve except for pissing the player off? It’s an action for action’s sake…it solves nothing and just damages the players experience and reduces the casino’s player base. It’s brainless.

It’s an utter farce.

 

[philderby]

Well, Like I've said on here before now because of the ukgc ive not played an online slot in comfortably over a year. Its saving me an absolute fortune as I started a good job 2 months ago and my head isn't in spinning slots mode

Plenty of other worth while hobbies out there to enjoy!

 

[gonzo fonso]

a few weeks ago i joined BETTI CASINO yes its offshore but its quite decent,deposit bonuses and autoplay,when will these new restrictions from the UKGC come into effect ?

 

[Video_Poker_Pro]

Well, Like I've said on here before now because of the ukgc ive not played an online slot in comfortably over a year. Its saving me an absolute fortune as I started a good job 2 months ago and my head isn't in spinning slots mode

Plenty of other worth while hobbies out there to enjoy!

Well, Like I've said on here before now because of the ukgc ive not played an online slot in comfortably over a year. Its saving me an absolute fortune as I started a good job 2 months ago and my head isn't in spinning slots mode

Plenty of other worth while hobbies out there to enjoy!

 

[justdoit]

a few weeks ago i joined BETTI CASINO yes its offshore but its quite decent,deposit bonuses and autoplay,when will these new restrictions from the UKGC come into effect ?

they not 100% on effect they just talking what could happen, if they go to effect maybe September, if you low stake player your over 25 years old no bad credit scoring, nothing to be worry

 

[Reelsoffun]

If they make it 5 sec a spin people will just resort to higher betting to try a quick hit approach so no help at all.

 

[bamberfishcake]

If they make it 5 sec a spin people will just resort to higher betting to try a quick hit approach so no help at all.

Then GAMSTOP will come out and say their registration numbers have hit record highs again and the UKGC need to take steps, and we rinse, and repeat, and rinse, and repeat....

 

[pinnit2014]

You'll have to be bed ridden to want to/be able to spin at 5 seconds a pop: i certainly won't be (i'd rather take a punt at a Crypto joint: DOA is bad enough as it is on 2.5s, no auto: x2 that and ugh....: that's before the horror of waiting on a BTG/Pragmatic bonus at that speed)

 

[mack341]

If they make it 5 sec a spin people will just resort to higher betting to try a quick hit approach so no help at all.

Aren't they going to block that as well, down to £2?

That's still a decent stake, but I wonder if cutting off higher stakes will concertina the maths [as it were], as you are literally not taking the same volume of money to time.