The Gambling Commission in the UK has launched a consultation aimed at improving clarity and consistency in how deposit limits are defined and communicated to consumers, with changes planned to take effect on 31 October 2025. This consultation is part of the broader 2023 Gambling Act Review White Paper.
Focus on Consumer Awareness and Financial Controls
The new consultation addresses deposit limits and other financial controls, aiming to enhance consumer awareness and control over gambling. The proposals seek to standardize the presentation of deposit limits across operators and ensure users can easily review and alter their limits after making their first deposit. The commission hopes these changes will encourage users to evaluate and adjust their deposit limits effectively.
Challenges of Net Deposit Limits
Traditional deposit limits cap the amount a user can deposit within a set timeframe. However, the introduction оf ‘net deposit limits,’ which consider withdrawals, has caused confusion. For example, a weekly deposit limit оf £20 ($25.80) may increase tо £30 іf £10 іs withdrawn, leading tо potential misunderstandings. The Gambling Commission invites feedback from consumers, operators, and the public tо address these concerns and finalize the proposed changes.
