Entain Launches ‘What’s at Stake’ Campaign to Highlight High Street Impact of Potential Gambling Tax Increases

by Dimitri Dimitrov Published on October 1, 2026
Editorial Standards ▾

☆ Editorial Standards

All news content is produced by qualified journalists and analysts under a published editorial code requiring accuracy, source verification, and editorial review prior to publication.

Advertisers and commercial partners have no influence over news coverage.


News editorial policy · Contact us
✓ Fact-Checked ▾

✓ Fact-Checked

Every article undergoes senior editorial review.

Regulatory and legal reporting is cross-referenced against primary sources including official government and regulatory authority records.

Corrections are issued transparently with a visible update notice.


News fact-check policy
⊘ Independence ▾

⊘ Independence

Gamblers Connect is a B2B iGaming media platform.

Editorial decisions, including what to cover, how to cover it, and what to publish, are made independently by our newsroom.

Commercial partners may purchase publication frequency but cannot influence editorial tone, angle, or content.


News independence policy
↗ Commercial Disclosure ▾

↗ Commercial Disclosure

Gamblers Connect is a B2B media platform. We generate revenue through subscriptions, B2B referral partnerships, directory listings, advertising, and media services.

Gamblers Connect is not a licensed gambling operator, affiliate, or player acquisition channel in any jurisdiction.

We do not earn revenue from player activity, wagers, or deposits.


News commercial disclosure · Contact us
entain whats at stake campaign 01
Key Takeaways
⏱ 1 min read
1
New Campaign Launch — Entain has introduced ‘What’s at Stake’ to raise awareness about the risks posed by potential gambling tax increases in the Autumn Budget
2
Colleague-Led Stories — The initiative features personal accounts from Ladbrokes and Coral employees detailing the social and career value of their shops
3
Wider Industry Impact — The campaign highlights retail betting's contribution to British racing, safer gambling initiatives, and high street community engagement
4
Call for Balanced Policy — Entain advocates for taxation decisions that carefully weigh the consequences for jobs and local economies

Entain has launched a new campaign titled ‘What’s at Stake’, designed to shine a light on the jobs, livelihoods, and vital community connections that could be jeopardized by further gambling tax increases in the upcoming Autumn Budget.

Highlighting Colleague Voices and Community Connections

At the center of the campaign are the personal stories and voices of employees from Entain’s Ladbrokes and Coral shops. Through a series of films, colleagues share what their local betting shops mean to the people they serve—ranging from career development opportunities to lasting friendships built over decades.

Broader Economic and Social Contributions

The campaign also examines the important role betting shops play in supporting British racing, as well as the active part trained staff take in promoting safer gambling practices. Furthermore, it addresses the wider economic and social consequences that additional shop closures could inflict on local high streets.

As policymakers consider future taxation decisions, Entain is calling for an approach that accounts for these contributions and acknowledges the potential fallout for jobs and local communities.

Dimitri Dimitrov

Dimitri is an iGaming expert with nearly a decade of experience and a knack for crafting content that speaks directly to the iGaming crowd. He understands affiliate marketing, player psychology, and search algorithms, which enables him to write engaging, data-driven articles.

Sources
1 source verified before publication. This news is an official press release that traces directly to official documents by Entain. How we verify sources →
✓ Gamblers Connect only publishes verified and official news from reputable corporations. Read our full editorial standards →
Mentioned in this Article