Casino Revenues in UK Continue to Grow

Strong growth in UK consumer spending on online gambling from 2000 was initially generated by predominantly 'hard core' gamblers. For the first time, gambling products are competing with other forms of mass entertainment for consumer attention and spending.

2005 witnessed an explosion in industry consolidation with 32 transactions involving online gambling operators worth over 3 billion UK Pounds - up from 9 deals worth 200 million UK Pounds in 2004. This report reviews the competitive forces driving corporate activity and analysis the key issues which will shape the industry to 2010.

No surprise to the folks at Gambling911.com, who have witnessed a surge in traffic from Great Britain over recent months.

Much of the gain in UK traffic has been a direct result of Gambling911.com's new found focus on betting online for different games.

"The most important thing to keep in mind is that this traffic has remained consistent for the most part," commented Christopher Costigan, Founder and President of Gambling911.com. "Throughout the month of July the United Kingdom has held steadfast with 10% of Gambling911.com's overall traffic."

At times last week, with coverage of British bookmaking CEO David Carruthers indictment in the US the UK made up an amazing 20% of all Gambling911.com traffic. This culminated with a dramatic rise in North American traffic during the same time period.