UKGC Chief Andrew Rhodes to Step Down After Five Years

UK Playing Fee (UKGC) Chief Govt Andrew Rhodes is stepping down. In a press release on Monday, the regulator revealed that Rhodes will depart the place on April 30, with out revealing his future profession plans.

Rhodes took over as interim chief in 2021 earlier than being made everlasting a number of months later. The assertion lists a few of the notable trade adjustments that occurred throughout his time on the UKGC, together with the Playing Act white paper, the rollout of a brand new annual survey playing habits within the UK, and, awarding the fourth-ever UK Nationwide Lottery license.

Speaking about his time with the regulator, Rhodes mentioned that he’s “happy with the progress we’ve made to strengthen regulation” and enhance shopper protections. UKGC Interim Chair Charles Counsell thanked Rhodes for leaving a “robust legacy” and wished him nicely in his future endeavors.

Deputy Chief Govt Sarah Gardner will assume the position till an appropriate candidate is discovered

The UKGC will now focus its consideration on discovering a alternative. Deputy Chief Govt Sarah Gardner will assume the position till an appropriate candidate is discovered. The recruiting course of will start “shortly” in line with the UKGC assertion.

Betting and Gaming Council CEO Grainne Hurst thanked Rhodes for his service, noting his “professionalism” and “hands-on method.” She mentioned that she appears to be like ahead to “working carefully” with Sarah Gardner when she assumes the interim place.