The Responsibility in Gambling Trust recently praised a provision written into the 2005 UK Gambling Act that will help to establish a "white list" of online casinos and gaming jurisdictions operating outside of the United Kingdom. The list will essentially serve to govern what online gaming jurisdictions outside Europe will be permitted to advertise their gambling services in the UK. In keeping with several mandates designed to protect UK gamblers and British youths, the white list will ensure only reputable and trusted companies will be represented.

The Chairman of Responsibility in Gambling Trust (RIGT), John Greenway, said the RIGT was very pleased to see several governmental bodies in attendance at a gaming summit last October, during which time, discussions were had regarding how gaming jurisdictions could and should go about getting on the same page for implementing effective protocols that will help curb underage and problem online casino gambling.

In addition to their commendation of the online gaming white list, the RIGT singled out the UK government and the Department of Culture, Media and Sport for their commitment to openly share the findings of their expanding gaming research and to continue addressing the public with awareness campaigns on how to gamble online in a responsible manner. The same goes to UK and white-listed online casino operators who must agree to operate and advertise according to strict responsible gaming guidelines.

As the 2005 UK Gambling Act is now coming into full force, the Department of Culture, Media and Sport is extending invitations to gaming jurisdictions outside of Europe to demonstrate these high standards of responsible gaming practice, like those practiced by eCOGRA Casinos. On a similar note, they will be keeping their eyes open for illegitimate online casinos and betting operations attempting to infringe on the UK internet betting industry.