In the UK, gambling has long been more than a private pastime. It has been part of everyday leisure—woven into sport, seaside entertainment, pubs, high streets, and increasingly, digital life. At the same time, Britain is known for pairing popular fun with structured oversight: a culture of rules, licensing, and consumer protections designed to keep play fair and transparent.This balance—enjoyment with guardrails—helps explain why gambling holds a visible place in British culture while also bein [...]