Gambling Commission suspends Targetlocal Ltd licence over anti-money laundering failings
The Gambling Commission said on 21 September 2026 that it has suspended the combined remote operating licence of Targetlocal Ltd, which trades as Ken Howell's Sports Betting and runs kenhowells.com.
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The Gambling Commission said it has suspended the combined remote operating licence of Targetlocal Ltd, trading as Ken Howell’s Sports Betting and operating kenhowells.com.
According to the Commission, the suspension of the online business, which offers casino, sports betting and virtual event betting under operating licence number 000422-R-336567-002, follows Commission enquiries that revealed anti-money laundering failings.
The Commission said it is now carrying out a review of the licence under section 116 of the Gambling Act 2005, and that the suspension will remain in place until it is satisfied the business is compliant.
The Commission said it has made clear to the operator that during the suspension it is expected to treat consumers fairly and keep them fully informed of any developments which impact them.
The suspension took effect immediately, the Commission said, but does not prevent Targetlocal Ltd from allowing consumers to access their accounts and withdraw funds. The business can be contacted through its website, according to the Commission.
The Commission said the suspension does not impact Targetlocal Ltd’s non-remote general betting standard licence.