License Revocation

Whitlock Adam John

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

The UK Gambling Commission revoked the Personal Functional Licence of Whitlock Adam John on 6 August 2025. The decision was made after a review found he failed to report a criminal conviction and didn't cooperate with the regulator.

Whitlock Adam John enforcement action
UKGC enforcement action - August 2025

Summary

What This Means for Consumers

This action means Whitlock Adam John can't work in key roles at any UK-licensed gambling operator. It shows the regulator removing individuals it finds unsuitable to uphold industry standards.

Full Details

The Gambling Commission took significant regulatory action against Whitlock Adam John, revoking his Personal Functional Licence (PFL) on 6 August 2025. A PFL is required for individuals who perform key management or operational functions at a licensed gambling company. A License Revocation is the most severe sanction, and it means the individual can no longer work in those specific roles within the UK's licensed gambling industry.

The Commission's review determined that Whitlock Adam John had breached the conditions of his personal licence. He failed to inform the regulator about a criminal investigation and a subsequent conviction for offences listed as relevant under the Gambling Act 2005. The regulator also found that he failed to cooperate with them during the course of their licence review, which is another serious breach of licence conditions.

Key Findings

  • The Personal Functional Licence held by Whitlock Adam John was revoked.
  • Failed to notify the Commission of a criminal investigation and conviction (Schedule 7 - Relevant Offences of the Gambling Act 2005).
  • Failed to cooperate with the Commission during its licence review.
  • The regulatory action was finalised on 6 August 2025.

Timeline

Enforcement action timeline — Source: UKGC Regulatory Actions Register
Action Date 6 August 2025
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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.