BGC Head Resigns, Cites Frustration With Gambling Policy

A high-profile, trade revered regulatory chief is exiting his UK Playing Fee government position citing frustration over public dialogue associated to playing coverage. 

The UKGC earlier this week introduced the resignation of its Trade Discussion board Chair Nick Rust after solely two years on the helm.

Rust, nonetheless, whereas mentioning he had “another commitments” requiring his consideration, delivered a parting shot that can draw concentrate on the effectiveness of UK playing lobbying. He mentioned:

The general public coverage discourse with regard to playing does frustrate me at occasions.”

“I’ve discovered myself feeling that I needs to be lobbying on behalf of the trade when truly my position is to offer recommendation and steering to the fee.”

The UKGC confirmed that Rust, an ex-CEO of the British Horseracing Authority and a well-liked determine in playing and sports activities trade circles, will exit the position on the finish of November.

UKGC CEO Andrew Rhodes bade Rust farewell stating he had “totally loved working with each Nick and the Discussion board over the past two years.”