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Dr Matt Gaskell Awarded MBE in King’s Birthday Honours for Services to People Experiencing Gambling Harm
Dr Matt Gaskell, Clinical Lead and Consultant Psychologist at the NHS Northern Gambling Service has been awarded an MBE (Member of the Order of the British Empire) for “Services to People Experiencing Gambling Harm” in this year’s King’s Birthday Honours.
In his response statement (below) he dedicates the award “. . . to all those affected by preventable gambling-related harm, to the brilliant people who advocate for new gambling legislation, and to many amazing colleagues with whom I have worked over the years treating addictive behaviour.”
For over 25 years Matt has dedicated himself to the treatment and recovery of addictive behaviour and to developing and overseeing high quality evidence-based and compassionate services for those harmed by it.
Matt was born in Chorley, Lancashire, before moving to Ilkley in West Yorkshire aged 10. He joined the NHS in 2007 from the Home Office where he was Head of Addiction Treatment for the directorate of High Security Prisons. He became Clinical Lead for Addictions at Leeds and York Partnership NHS Foundation Trust (LYPFT) in 2014 and started specialising in gambling treatment from 2018.
Matt then founded the NHS Northern Gambling Service, the first of its kind in the north of England, which opened its first clinic in September 2019. The Service has since expanded with six regional clinics in Manchester, Liverpool, Leeds, Sheffield, Newcastle and Preston. Matt’s teams have treated and supported thousands of individuals and their families since the first clinic opened its doors.
In addition to leading a successful clinical service, he has provided expert knowledge and advice to the UK Government on gambling related harm and has become an influential advocate for the overhaul of our gambling laws and regulations. His views on gambling harm, treatment and policy are in demand across the UK and internationally. He regularly appears in the media raising awareness that policies and commercial practices hazardous to health should be the priority for action, rather than problematising individuals who are impacted by their exposure.
He was employed as topic advisor for the recently implemented national clinical guidelines on harmful gambling, which ensure that identification and support for gambling harm will become part of routine clinical practice across the country. He is heavily involved in the current transformation to a joined-up evidence-based national treatment and support system for gambling related harm, ensuring a better deal for those harmed, including their families. He is also a lecturer in addiction at several universities at doctorate level, an expert witness, author, researcher, consultant and public voice for those affected by gambling-related harm.
Matt, who currently lives in Harrogate, North Yorkshire, with wife Judith and son Teddy, said: “I have been privileged to be connected to the courageous and moving recovery of so many people and families harmed by gambling and other addictive behaviour over the years.
“I’ve learned so much from their stories. They have inspired me to improve public services treating addiction, and to be a voice for their experience in calling for change. I’ve been incredibly fortunate to learn from, and work with, some of the best minds in addictive behaviour and public health. I’m very grateful to the NHS who have supported and trusted me to do my work.
“This award recognises that gambling harm is a public health crisis of our time. I will continue to strive to prioritise population health over the pursuit of profit, and to create healthier environments for our citizens to thrive in.
“I dedicate this award to all those affected by preventable gambling-related harm, to the brilliant people who advocate for new gambling legislation, and to many amazing colleagues with whom I have worked over the years treating addictive behaviour.
“Like so many others, I have experienced addiction in my family, which served to inspire my commitment to public service in this area. So, it’s an enormously proud moment for my family, and I look forward to sharing it with them and with my colleagues.”
Dr Sara Munro, Chief Executive of Leeds and York Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, said: “I’m so proud to see Matt receive this honour. He spearheaded the creation of the NHS Northern Gambling Service and has successfully expanded it from one clinic to several operating across the North of England today in five years.
“The NHS Northern Gambling Service saves people’s lives, supporting thousands of people, as well as their loved ones, to regain their lives after the harm caused by gambling addiction.
“Using his expertise and insights from the gambling service Matt also plays an important role in advising government and positively influencing national policy and legislation to reduce gambling harms. We are immensely grateful for all he does and his steadfast commitment to make meaningful change to protect vulnerable people in society.”
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iGP expands iGaming Deck portfolio with BGaming integration
iGP, the full-service iGaming platform and aggregator provider, has added BGaming to its expanding content aggregator, iGaming Deck, in a move that further supports its commitment to scalable, player-focused content delivery.
The partnership brings BGaming’s creative portfolio of over 200 games to iGaming Deck’s rapidly growing content suite, which now offers operators access to more than 10,000 titles from 100+ providers via a single API integration.
Known for its engaging game mechanics, crypto-friendly features, and bold design style, BGaming’s catalogue includes slots, crash, casual games, and more, enhancing the depth and diversity of iGaming Deck’s already comprehensive offering.
The partnership reflects iGP’s continued investment in delivering value to operators through smart aggregation, as it scales iGaming Deck with quality content and tools that support sustainable growth across markets, such as iGP’s fortune wheel builder, Twist of Luck, and jackpot offering designed to help operators drive deeper player interaction and elevate campaigns.
Jovana Popovic Canaki, CEO at iGP, said: “We are building iGaming Deck to be the most efficient and impactful aggregator solution in the market, and BGaming is a fantastic fit for that vision. Their crypto expertise, proven performance, and distinctive game style align perfectly with the demands of forward-thinking operators.”
Olga Levshina, Chief Commercial Officer at BGaming, said: “Joining the iGaming Deck platform is a great opportunity for BGaming to expand our reach and bring our games to a wider network of operators. iGP’s integration model is fast and reliable, and we’re confident this partnership will deliver strong results for both teams.”
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REEVO Aggregator Grows Stronger as Spinomenal Joins In
REEVO is thrilled to announce a new partnership with Spinomenal, one of the industry’s most innovative content providers, known for their visually stunning and feature-rich HTML5 video slots.
With a portfolio of over 300 cutting-edge games and a global footprint backed by licenses in Malta, Romania, Greece, the UK, New Jersey, and more, Spinomenal’s unique Universe Concept and commitment to player engagement make them a perfect fit for REEVO’s dynamic aggregation platform.
This collaboration will see Spinomenal’s high-performing titles integrated seamlessly into REEVO’s ever-growing ecosystem, enabling REEVO partners to access world-class content that drives player acquisition and retention across key regulated markets.
Daniel Cuc, Head of Account Management at REEVO, commented: “Partnering with Spinomenal is a testament to our drive to continuously bring the best-in-class content to our partners. Their immersive gameplay, innovative features, and global recognition make them an ideal addition to the REEVO aggregation platform. We’re excited to offer our clients even more value through this collaboration, as we continue scaling our reach and impact across regulated markets.”
Yossi Shayovits, Head of Business Development at Spinomenal added: “Partnering with REEVO adds further momentum to Spinomenal’s strategic expansion globally, with the Belgian market forming a major element.”
This partnership reinforces REEVO’s mission to become the go-to aggregator for premium iGaming content, delivering speed, scalability, and standout experiences to operators and players alike.
Stay tuned as REEVO continues to onboard the industry’s most exciting studios—fueling our collective growth, one partnership at a time.
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Boomerang Partners conducted its own research at iGB London 2025: key findings on affiliate trends
Boomerang Partners conducted a large-scale brand awareness survey at iGB London 2025, collecting feedback from industry decision-makers at the largest affiliate marketing and iGaming industry event. In essence, the PR team used real-time measurements of the quantitative and qualitative data in an industrial environment with the view of measuring client and customer experience. Additionally, the raw data also allowed the Boomerang team to identify strong trends that other market players may want to consider when creating a roadmap for achieving long-term objectives.
Demographic distribution of the Representative Sample
The Boomerang Partners survey involved 188 respondents from the iGaming and affiliate industries, with an average of 6 years of experience in their respective fields. The largest percentage of them are decision-makers:
- C-level & department heads – 16%
- Sales – 16%
- Affiliate managers – 14%
- Other managerial roles – 14%
- Founders & Owners – 11%
- CEO – 11%
The demographics of the respondents are also interesting. 49.4% of them are from the European Union, 26.7% represent the United Kingdom, and 13.6% from Asia. The share of representatives from other regions was just over 11%.
Brand visibility
The Boomerang Partners’ survey participants provided objective opinions and assessments of affiliate programs, marketing tools, and communications, which allowed the agency to form a cross-section of industry representatives’ expectations. Thus, 29% of them indicated that they learn about new partnership programs and brands at industry events (iGB was mentioned over 120 times, while SiGMA was mentioned more than 45 times). Other ways of obtaining such data include direct research (19%), social media (15%), and networking or word of mouth (15%). Interestingly, none of the sources show a significant advantage in reading industry news and analytics. This highlights the importance of diverse content distribution for increasing brand visibility.
Content types
The Boomerang Partners survey also touched on the types of content respondents found most interesting. Podcasts ranked first in popularity, with 66 respondents mentioning them. Networking, on the other hand, was the most rarely mentioned source of content, noted by only 6 survey participants.
Impact on the market
Boomerang Partners is rightly considered one of the leading brands in the affiliate marketing industry thanks to its commitment to continuous development. The agency creates marketing that responds to industry requests through various formats, creatives, and metrics. With the help of an effective symbiosis of marketing and analytics, Boomerang is not only a landmark player in the market but also shapes its trends with an emphasis on numbers. Stay tuned.
About Boomerang
Boomerang Partners is a rapidly growing global brand offering a wide range of services. Boomerang is the Official Regional Partner of AC Milan. In 2024, it launched the inaugural Golden Boomerang Awards — a global tournament for affiliate teams. More than 400 affiliate teams participated in the second season of the tournament in 2025. Boomerang launched six new products in 2024, contributing to a nearly 1.5-fold increase in product users.
Boomerang’s portfolio contains 17+ brands offering affiliate and entertainment services across 40+ markets in compliance with local regulations. These products provide personalized bonuses and 24/7 multilingual support.
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