Enforcement Four arrests and £20,000 seized in illegal gambling raids The Gambling Commission and Manchester City Council’s Licensing Team supported Greater Manchester Police during raids on four properties this week. 23 September 2026
By The Weekly Edge desk ·
Summary
Greater Manchester Police carried out raids at four properties in Manchester City Centre with support from the Gambling Commission and Manchester City Council’s Licensing Team. Officers recovered more than £20,000 in cash and gambling-related items; four people were arrested on suspicion of various offences, including money laundering and breaching the Gambling Act.
Why it matters
Suppliers and operators should note that suspected gambling and money laundering offences prompted coordinated raids and arrests.