McArthur apointed permanent CEO at UK Gambling Commission

The UK Gambling Commission announced Thursday that Neil McArthur’s tenure as interim CEO has been made permanent after a “thorough and highly competitive” search to replace Sarah Harrison.

McArthur has been acting as Interim CEO since Harrison left the organisation at the end of February (see previous report).

Bill Moyes, chair of the Commission, said “Neil’s appointment is great news for the Commission. He brings to the role a thorough understanding of gambling issues and regulation, along with proven commitment to making gambling fairer and safer. I’m looking forward to working even more closely with Neil as he leads the Commission to make significant progress in raising standards, protecting consumers and the public from gambling-related harm and improving the performance of the National Lottery.’’

McArthur said “I’m looking forward to the challenge that lies ahead to make gambling fairer and safer. I am really proud of the Commission’s achievements over the last 12 years, but there is a lot more to do. Ensuring consumers are empowered to make informed choices about gambling while addressing and reducing the harms that can come from gambling is a challenge that cannot be overcome by us alone.

“It needs continued strong partnerships with other regulators, consumer representatives and government. Most importantly, it requires gambling operators to treat their customers fairly and they can expect us to be tough but fair in making sure they meet their responsibilities.”

McArthur qualified as a solicitor in 1997. He is a graduate of Leicester Polytechnic and Leicester University and holds a post-graduate diploma in local government law from the College of Law. He is a member of the Association of Regulatory and Disciplinary Lawyers, and has preiously worked as in-house lawyer for a number of public bodies, including as the head of the General Teaching Council for England’s legal team.

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