Rainey Ryan Anthony
The Gambling Commission revoked the Personal Functional Licence held by Rainey Ryan Anthony on 13 August 2025. The decision followed a review that raised serious concerns about his suitability, competence, and integrity.
Summary
What This Means for Consumers
This action doesn't directly affect a consumer-facing gambling operator. It shows the regulator removing an individual it has judged unsuitable to hold a key role within the industry.
Full Details
The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) took significant regulatory action against Rainey Ryan Anthony, issuing a License Revocation for his Personal Functional Licence (PFL) on 13 August 2025. A PFL is required for individuals performing key management or operational functions at a licensed gambling operator. Revoking the licence is the most severe action the regulator can take, and it means he can't legally perform those functions in the UK industry.
The regulator's review was triggered by the licensee's dismissal for gross misconduct from a previous role. The UKGC found that the circumstances of the dismissal raised serious questions about his competence and integrity. He also didn't inform the Commission about his dismissal within the required timeframe, which is a breach of his licence conditions.
The Commission also noted that Rainey Ryan Anthony failed to cooperate with its review. It said this showed a persistent lack of insight into the seriousness of the events. The UKGC used its powers under section 119 of the Gambling Act 2005 to revoke the licence.
Key Findings
- Personal Functional Licence revoked on 13 August 2025.
- Concerns raised about suitability, competence, and integrity following a dismissal for gross misconduct.
- Failed to inform the Commission of the dismissal, which is a breach of licence conditions.
- Failed to cooperate with the UKGC's official review.
Timeline
| Action Date | 13 August 2025 |
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