Tim Miller, the Gambling Commission’s executive director for policy and research, has announced that he will leave the regulator in September after ten years of service. He joined the commission in 2016 and will transition to an international advisory role beyond the UK's regulated gambling sector.
"I am now looking forward to working for myself," Miller shared on his LinkedIn account this week. "This is going to include working internationally with a number of governments, regulators and organisations that are focused on supporting the development of well‑regulated and competitive markets."
The Gambling Commission confirmed that Miller will continue in his current role until September, with further details regarding his successor's appointment to be disclosed later.
Throughout his tenure, Miller has played a crucial role in enhancing the commission’s research capabilities and has led several significant policy initiatives. He oversaw the launch of the Gambling Survey for Great Britain and guided the implementation of key elements of the Gambling Act review along with the subsequent white paper. These efforts included reforms to bolster age verification, trial financial vulnerability checks, and regulate remote game design as well as tightening direct marketing rules.
In a statement released by the commission, Miller stated, "I have worked at the commission longer than anywhere else during my career and have found it the most rewarding and fulfilling role."
Sarah Gardner, the interim chief executive of the Gambling Commission, acknowledged Miller’s contributions, remarking, "Tim has provided outstanding service to the commission for ten years. I would like to thank Tim for his significant contribution to gambling regulation and wish him every success in the future."
Miller’s departure coincides with a wave of senior-level transitions at the Gambling Commission. Andrew Rhodes resigned as CEO in February to join a new industry consultancy, Hawkbridge. At the time of his resignation, Rhodes remarked, "It has been a privilege to lead the Gambling Commission through such an important period of change. I leave with confidence in the organisation, its people and the work still to come."
