A Bill to amend the Gambling Act 2005 to regulate remote gambling on a point of consumption basis; to require all operators selling into the British market, whether in the United Kingdom or overseas, to hold a Gambling Commission licence to enable them to undertake transactions with British consumers and to advertise in the United Kingdom; to provide that all relevant operators contribute to the Horserace Betting Levy; and for connected purposes
House of Commons
26 April 2013
The Offshore Gambling Bill would change how online gambling is regulated for the UK market. It introduces a point‑of‑consumption rule, so operators that sell to UK customers must be licensed by the Gambling Commission, even if they are based abroad, and must be allowed to advertise in the UK. It also requires these operators to contribute to the Horserace Betting Levy and makes related changes to the Gambling Act 2005.
Currently at the 2nd Reading in the House of Commons. If it progresses, it will move to committee stage for detailed examination, followed by further readings.
Generated 21 February 2026
No recorded votes for this bill yet.
