House of Lords rejects amendment to Gambling Bill

iGaming Business – The House of Lords has rejected an amendment to the Gambling (Licensing and Advertising) Bill that would have allowed the Gambling Commission to block financial transactions between UK citizens and unlicensed online gambling websites. Members of the House voted 171 for and 185 against the amendment, meaning that the bill will remain unchanged. Peers also considered rules around the advertising of remote gambling, particularly where it is likely to be seen by children and whether the horse betting levy should be extended to bookmakers overseas. A third reading, which will be the final chance to amend the…