Mon, 23 Feb 2026

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 Unlicensed betting firms face sponsorship ban

Gambling firms not licensed in the UK could be banned from sponsoring British sports teams - including Premier League clubs - as part of a government crackdown.

* Bournemouth and other Premier League clubs may be banned from sponsoring sports teams with betting websites run by TGP Europe, which is not licensed in the UK.
* The government wants to crack down on unlicensed gambling firms that sponsor sports teams, citing concerns over customer protection and links to organised crime.
* Several Premier League clubs were warned last year about their relationships with TGP Europe's betting websites after they surrendered their British licence.
* A consultation will be launched this spring to discuss proposals for banning unlicensed sponsorship in the UK.
* The government wants to ensure that people placing bets use properly regulated sites with robust protections in place.
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