UK gambling operators given extension on deposit limit reform
UK online gambling operators have been given an extra three months to implement new deposit limit rules designed to make spending controls clearer and more consistent for players.
The UK Gambling Commission announced that the second phase of reforms to its Remote Technical Standards (RTS) will now come into force on September 30, 2026, instead of June 30, following requests from UK gambling operators for additional technical development time.
The changes are aimed at reducing confusion around deposit limits by standardising how they are presented across the industry.
Under the new rules, UK online casinos and betting sites must offer gross deposit limits based solely on the amount of money deposited by a customer. These controls must be labelled simply as “deposit limits” and given at least equal prominence to other financial management tools.
The Commission said some operators may need to reintroduce gross deposit limits as part of the reforms.
The regulator has also clarified that only gross deposit limits must be offered over fixed timeframes, helping to ensure a consistent approach across licensed operators.
The measures form part of a wider package of responsible gambling reforms intended to strengthen consumer protections and give players greater control over their gambling spend.
