Remote Betting & Gaming Duty (RBGD) update

Since 2014, UK-based remote gambling has been taxed through a combination of General Betting Duty (GBD), Pool Betting Duty (PBD), and Remote Gaming Duty (RGD). Each applies to different activities and at different rates, creating a complex landscape for operators. The government has consulted on a significant reform that could replace these existing duties with […]

UK Gambling Tax Guide

UK gambling taxes are a core part of the UK’s framework for regulating betting and gaming. Beyond licensing and consumer protections, operators face specific HMRC-administered duties that apply across distinct gambling activities, from land-based casinos and betting shops to online gaming platforms and betting exchanges. These taxes are charged to operators, not players. What this […]