Category Archives: Bingo

New Bingo Association CEO Announced

The Bingo Association has confirmed Nicole Garrett as its next Chief Executive Officer, signalling a new phase of leadership for the UK bingo sector as it prepares for long-term regulatory and consumer change. Garrett will assume the role in Spring 2026, following the planned departure of current CEO Miles Baron, who will step down at […]

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COVID-19 Lockdown Unlicenced Bingo Operator Spared Prison

A Belfast man who ran an illegal bingo operation from his home during the Covid-19 lockdown has avoided an immediate prison sentence after being convicted of serious gambling offences. Connor McAreavey, 36, of Leeson Street, Belfast, appeared before Belfast Crown Court after previously pleading guilty to organising or managing prohibited gaming between January 2020 and […]

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Bloodied Brawl Ends Bongo’s Bingo Bash Early

A Bongo’s Bingo bash at Keele University in Stoke-On-Trent last month was forced to be evacuated before its scheduled finish after a 15-man violent brawl erupted. Those attending the sold-out show said the evacuation took place before the final game could be played, with parts of the staging reportedly collapsing and debris visible near the […]

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UKGC New Gambling Rules: What You Need to Know

The UK Gambling Commission is rolling out a series of significant regulatory changes that will reshape the online gambling market from January  19th, 2026, with bingo and online slots among the most affected sectors. The reforms, which stem from the government’s Gambling Act review, are designed to reduce gambling-related harm and make promotions easier for […]

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Rank Group CEO John O’Reilly Steps Down: What is His Legacy?

Rank Group’s confirmation that chief executive John O’Reilly will step down in 2026 brings to a close one of the most consequential leadership tenures in the modern history of UK bingo. Before joining Rank in 2018, he held senior roles at Ladbrokes, served as managing director of Coral Interactive within the Gala Coral Group, and […]

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ITV Poised to Launch Real-Money Online Slots and Bingo in 2026

ITV, the UK’s largest free-to-air commercial broadcaster, is preparing to enter the regulated online gambling market in early 2026 with the launch of ITV Win Bingo & Spins, a real-money gaming platform that will include slots and new bingo offerings. The expansion marks a significant strategic pivot for the media giant and highlights the evolving […]

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Hogmanay Happiness at Mecca Glasgow Forge After Jackpot Win

A Mecca Bingo customer in Glasgow welcomed the New Year in style after winning a £50,000 National Bingo Game jackpot at the operator’s Glasgow Forge club on New Year’s Eve. The win took place on Wednesday, 31 December, during an afternoon session at the Duke Street venue, next to Forge Market. The player, who wishes […]

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Buzz Bingo Smashes Stroke Association Fundraising Target

Buzz Bingo has announced that its three-year charity partnership with the Stroke Association has raised £300,000, exceeding its original fundraising target of £200,000. The partnership, which launched in 2022, focused on supporting people affected by stroke, particularly those experiencing social isolation during recovery. The initiative aligned with bingo’s long-standing role as a social activity and […]

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Christmas Eve to Cherish for Cosmo Bingo Stalybridge Customer

A 22-year-old local from Stalybridge enjoyed a Christmas Eve he will never forget after winning a £50,000 National Bingo Game jackpot at Cosmo Bingo Stalybridge. Ryan made a last-minute decision to join his mother, sister, and girlfriend for an afternoon session at his local bingo club on 24 December — a spontaneous choice that paid […]

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