Organisers of the Amusement & Retail Entertainment Expo (ARE Expo) have announced practical travel and hotel arrangements to support exhibitors and visitors attending the 2026 show in Manchester on 28–29 April.

At the Betting & Gaming Council’s Annual General Meeting in London on 26 February 2026, Tim Miller, Executive Director of Research and Policy at the Gambling Commission, delivered a keynote address outlining the regulator’s priorities during a period of significant industry change.

E-Service is preparing for a busy return to Dublin next week as the company confirms its presence at the 45th Annual Irish Gaming Show, taking place on 3–4 March 2026. Visitors can meet the E-Service team, including Paul Scott and Chris Lomath, on Stand H2-7.

Bacta has opposed the introduction of an Overnight Visitor Levy in England, arguing that it risks unintended economic harm, particularly in coastal communities where tourism remains the primary economic driver and where businesses are already operating under sustained structural pressure.

Bacta and Rays of Sunshine came together in Basildon this week to recognise the outstanding fundraising efforts of Phil Setter and the team at Whitehouse Leisure.

Before I follow up with more EAG chat I would like to offer belated Birthday Congratulations to Sega’s Adam Garrett who celebrated his ‘Life Begins at 40’ birthday at the end of January,