Former UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) executive Tim Miller has established GamReg Consulting, an international advisory firm focused on gambling regulation, consumer protection and tackling illegal gambling markets.
Miller, who announced his departure from the UKGC in June 2026 after a decade with the regulator, will serve as the new consultancy’s Managing Director. The firm will advise governments, regulators and other organisations on developing regulatory frameworks that protect consumers while maintaining competitive licensed gambling markets.
The consultancy has already begun establishing relationships in North America as part of its international expansion plans. Although its services will extend beyond government and regulatory bodies, it has not specified whether gambling operators and technology suppliers will be among its clients.
Illegal Gambling and Technology at the Centre of New Venture
Combating unlicensed gambling became a major focus of Miller’s work during his final years at the UKGC, particularly as the British government increased funding for enforcement against illegal operators.
The government’s Autumn Budget in 2025 allocated an additional £26 million to the Commission specifically for tackling the gambling black market. The funding accompanied wider changes to Britain’s gambling tax framework.
Miller repeatedly highlighted the role of major technology companies in facilitating access to illegal gambling services, arguing that social media platforms and search engines were not doing enough to prevent the promotion of unlicensed operators.
He specifically raised concerns about illegal gambling advertising appearing on X, Facebook and Instagram, calling for greater responsibility from technology companies in preventing consumers from being directed towards unregulated websites.
At ICE Barcelona in January 2026, Miller publicly challenged Meta over its approach to illegal gambling advertising, questioning whether the company was doing enough to support efforts against the black market.
GamReg Consulting intends to address these challenges by helping authorities coordinate regulatory policies, industry practices and technological solutions. Its approach will focus on encouraging consumers to use licensed gambling services rather than relying exclusively on restrictions against illegal operators.
Miller has also expressed opposition to regulatory strategies built primarily around repeated tax increases or blanket prohibitions. He argues that effective gambling frameworks should instead use evidence, measurable outcomes and technology to balance consumer protection with the commercial viability of regulated markets.
International Expansion and New Industry Appointment
Although Miller’s regulatory career has largely centred on Britain, GamReg Consulting will operate internationally, with North America already identified as a key area for developing partnerships.
On 24 September, Gaming Compliance International (GCI) announced that Miller had joined the company as a Strategic Advisor, making it one of the first clients of his new consultancy.
Miller will work with GCI Chief Executive Matt Holt and his team, providing regulatory guidance on transaction monitoring, market surveillance and product development.
His responsibilities will also include supporting GCI’s international expansion and helping ensure its compliance technology meets the changing requirements of gambling regulators.
During his ten years at the UKGC, Miller served as Executive Director of Policy and Research. His responsibilities included overseeing the implementation of reforms arising from the Gambling Act Review White Paper and the development of the Gambling Survey for Great Britain.
His transition into consultancy follows another senior departure from the British regulator. Former UKGC Chief Executive Andrew Rhodes left his position in 2026 before joining international strategic advisory firm Hawkbridge in June.