Brian Taylor

Brian Taylor has covered casino news for digital and print media for more than twenty years. From changing bonus rules to wholesale changes in the law, he's seen and written about it all. Now freelance, he's focused on keeping players in the UK safe and well-informed.

Latest posts by Brian Taylor

UK Horse Racing Levy Remains Unchanged

Our analysis of the government’s decision to keep the horse racing levy unchanged, why the sport is unhappy, and whether that disappointment is really justified.

March 26, 2026

Ladbrokes Posts Losses and Blames the Government

Entain blames its latest losses on the tax hit introduced by Rachel Reeves, but is it really fair to pin the pain squarely on the government?

March 25, 2026

Eye of Horus: The Golden Tablet Gold Spins Review

A UK slot review of Eye of Horus: The Golden Tablet Gold Spins, covering RTP, volatility, bonus flow, max win, and whether Blueprint’s new sequel is actually worth your time.

March 23, 2026

GamCare Says Gambling Issues Are Getting Worse

GamCare and PayPlan are reporting rising gambling-related debt and support demand in the UK. Here’s what the figures mean, and whether recent UKGC changes will help.

March 19, 2026

The Black Market Bites into Cheltenham

As the media reports an estimated £60m wagered with illegal operators during Cheltenham, the black market now looks like a sports betting problem, too.

March 17, 2026