Our Leaders Making a Global Impact: Dave Phillips Appointed Vice-President of the International Association of Gaming Regulators
Dave Phillips has been appointed as the Vice-President of the International Association of Gaming Regulators.
Andrew Rhodes’ new advisory role garners critics from many figures in the gambling industry
Former UK Gambling Commission CEO Andrew Rhodes has joined Hawkbridge, a Harris Hagan consultancy, as a Principal Consultant. This appointment has drawn criticism from some in the gambling industry, who voiced concerns about perceived 'incompetence rewarded' and the ongoing 'affordability checks shambles.'
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