Bill Barber is the Industry Editor at Racing Post. He specialises in providing in-depth news and analysis of the racing and betting industries, while also covering themes related to finance, commodities, and business economics. Bill's insights have been featured in Racing Post, CDC Gaming Reports, and BloodHorse.
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Bill Barber's articles primarily focus on the gambling industry, particularly in relation to government policies and regulatory changes. His coverage attributes show a strong emphasis on government announcements and legal policy regulations, indicating a keen interest in these areas.
When reaching out to Bill with potential pitches or contributions, consider providing insights into the impact of government decisions and regulatory changes on the gambling industry. Additionally, experts who can analyze how these developments affect businesses within the sector may be well-received.
Given his national focus on the United Kingdom, contributors with specific knowledge of UK gambling laws and their implications would likely resonate best with Bill.
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By: Bill Barber
Might a Labour government in the UK look to the example of a Labor government in Australia when it comes to regulation of the thorny issue of... Read More
By: Bill Barber
Colossus Bets caused something of a stir when it contacted the major racecourse groups this month with a proposal regarding the future of pool... Read More
By: Bill Barber
Barry Gibson, the outgoing chairman of Entain, talks to industry editor Bill Barber
By: Bill Barber
A hike in gambling tax rates in this month's budget would cause serious harm to British racing's finances and risk “derailing” the sport, ministers have been warned.
Gambling giant Flutter Entertainment has added its weight to warnings of the damage likely to be caused by dramatic rate rises on bookmakers amid news that the government could target £40 billion in spending cuts and tax hikes rather than the widely quoted figure of £22bn.
By: Bill Barber
The UK government has confirmed plans to implement a statutory levy intended to raise £100 million for the research, prevention and treatment of... Read More
By: Bill Barber
Bill Barber, Racing Post Owner-breeder and Betfair co-founder Andrew Black fears there is “more to come” as the spiraling impact of falling betting turnover on the sport hits British racing.
British racing is "paralysed by self-interest" and needs radical change to secure its future, it was told on Tuesday evening. Conor Grant, the chair... Read More
Gambling industry giant Entain said Dec. 16 it was facing a "potentially material" penalty after Australia's financial crime watchdog launched legal proceedings against the company.
By: Bill Barber
Leading racehorse owner Kenny Alexander is suing the Gambling Commission with a claim that the industry regulator misused his private information during a failed attempt to take over leadership of gambling company 888.
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