License Revocation

Curley Matthew Christopher

By Mark Sullivan · Fact-checked by James Hartley, Regulatory Affairs Editor

The UK Gambling Commission took significant regulatory action against Curley Matthew Christopher, revoking his Personal Functional Licence. The decision, made on 9 August 2024, followed a review into his dismissal for gross misconduct and subsequent failure to cooperate.

Curley Matthew Christopher enforcement action
UKGC enforcement action - August 2024

Summary

What This Means for Consumers

This action doesn't affect a specific gambling operator, but it shows the UKGC holds individuals in the industry to account. It ensures that people in key roles meet the required standards of conduct.

Full Details

The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has revoked the Personal Functional Licence (PFL) held by Curley Matthew Christopher. This final decision was made on 9 August 2024 following a formal licence review. A PFL is required for individuals who perform specific management or operational functions for a licensed gambling operator, and its revocation means this person can't hold such a role.

The UKGC's investigation found several serious issues. The review concluded that the circumstances leading to Curley Matthew Christopher's dismissal for gross misconduct were inconsistent with the licensing objective of preventing gambling from being associated with crime. He also didn't inform the UKGC about his dismissal, which is a direct breach of his licence conditions. Finally, he failed to cooperate with the Commission during its review, a requirement for all licensees.

Key Findings

  • Personal Functional Licence was revoked under section 119 of the Gambling Act 2005.
  • Action followed a dismissal for gross misconduct inconsistent with licensing objectives.
  • Failed to advise the Commission of the dismissal, which is a breach of licence conditions.
  • Failed to cooperate with the UKGC's official licence review.

Timeline

Enforcement action timeline — Source: UKGC Regulatory Actions Register
Action Date 9 August 2024
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Written by

Corporate Investigations Editor

ACAMS Certified (Association of Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialists). BSc Criminology, University of Manchester.

Mark has 15 years of experience in financial crime and corporate due diligence, including a role as Intelligence Analyst at the Serious Organised Crime Agency (SOCA) specialising in money laundering through gaming.