A leaked version of the Office for Budget Responsibility’s (OBR) Autumn Statement suggests major increases to Gambling Duty:
- The tax rate paid on racing will remain at 15 per cent both in retail and online, in a significant victory for the sport
- General betting duty, paid on other forms of sports betting, will remain at 15 per cent in betting shops – but from April 2027 will rise from 15 to 25 per cent online
- Remote gaming duty, paid on online casino betting, will rise from 21 to 40 per cent from April 2026
- Machine betting duty, paid on land-based betting terminals, has not been adjusted
- In total, these measures are expected to raise £1.1bn by 2029-30
If confirmed, these changes will significantly impact digital margins across the sector – and reshape acquisition strategy from 2026 onwards.
At Receptional, we’re already supporting iGaming brands in preparing for this shift – helping to identify wasted spend, rebalance budgets, and protect profit.
More detailed guidance to follow once the official announcement is made.
