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UK Online Casinos

Perhaps one of the most important questions newcomers to online casinos ask is whether online gambling is actually legal in the United Kingdom. Before the Gambling Act 2005 was introduced, it was difficult for players to ensure that not only would they be protected by legal safeguards, they’d also be free to gamble at online casinos. Before this law was introduced, all players had to go on was old legislation, which barely incorporated remote betting which is the category most, if not all, online casinos fall into.

The Gambling Act 2005 was the first piece of legislation which actually addressed internet gambling and, since it’s been introduced, UK casino players now have more protection than ever before. In order to advertise in the UK, casinos have to be based in special whitelisted jurisdictions, which include Malta, Gibraltar and of course, the UK.

If you’re a UK resident who plays at an online casino, then rest assured that legally, you’re completely free to do so. The Gambling Act 2005 focused on legislating (and consequently legalising) online gambling in the UK, so unlike US players, it is legal to gamble online.

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Over the past few months, UK news coverage has been dominated by the so called expenses scandal. In May, The Daily Telegraph leaked details of the claimed expenses of MPs, ranging from second homes to duck houses. We were all equally outraged, shocked and disheartened by these revelations, which have effectively shook confidence in both the Government.

Then, we began to move on, swine flu, the unfortunate death of Michael Jackson and Wimbledon began to dominate news channels. However, I believe that, in the world of gambling at least, the publication of MPs' expenses has haulted progressive legislation and talks which could have helped soothe fears about match fixing in both football and at Wimbledon.

As we reported back in May, Dr Ian Gibson, a former MP for Norwich North, had been asked by Sports Minister Gerry Sutcliffe to join a proposed UK gambling panel, which would maintain and monitor the integrity of sports betting. This was an area which Gibson had previously campaigned strongly in, noting that match fixing needed to be addressed by the Government.

While it's great to receive cash bonuses from your favourite online casino, it's always nice to mix things up, and that's what Intercasino appear to have done with their new big break promotions. Rather than offering players a match or no deposit bonus promotion, Intercasino are offering regularly depositing and new players alike the chance to bag one of the following big breaks:

• Ferrari Driving Experience
• VIP at London Fashion Week
• Pilot an Aircraft
• Cook with a Top Class Chef

Each of these big breaks comes with travel and accomodation allowances, often worth £500.

If you're a regular player and want to win one of the special promotions on offer, you simply have to break the Big Break Challenge. You can find details of your target in the MyIntercasino inbox. Once you manage to do this, you'll then be entered into the Millionares Club League. If you're one of the top three wagerers in the league, you'll then be able to choose one of the above prizes, or a cash prize of £2,000.

If you're a new player and wish to take part in the Big Break promotions,you simply have to register an account at Intercasino and claim a deposit. You'll then be entered into a draw and three lucky players will randomly win one of the big break experiences.

If you want to take part in Intercasino's Big Break promotion, head over to Intercasino and sign up today.

Only yesterday we were blogging about 32Red's loyalty club (Club Rouge) and the loyalty points benefits you could pick up every Tuesday at 32Red casino. Well, recently Coral casino unveiled their brand new loyalty program, which looks set to grandly reward regular players at the online casino.

The new loyalty scheme offers a variety of sensational offers for VIP's, including their very own bonuses, 10% uncapped cashback on all losing bets every month, free VIP tickets for sporting events and a dedicated VIP manager. Coral casino VIP members are also informed of other promotions, competitions and bonuses before anyone else.

As with 32Red's loyalty program, Coral casino's loyalty scheme is strictly invite only, however, if you haven't yet been invited, but feel you should be, then we recommend you head over to Coral casino and discuss the matter with customer support.