Comprehensive compliance assessment completed 4 December 2025 confirms strong compliance with UK gambling regulation. This Laughing Dragon slot review page demonstrates effective implementation of age verification, responsible gambling messaging, and operator licensing verification. Minor improvements identified in bonus transparency and marketing standards categories do not constitute material violations.
This URL demonstrates strong compliance with UK gambling regulation standards and is listed on the public Register of Verified URLs. Verification valid for 12 months from assessment date.
Strong 18+ warnings present. Age verification gate implemented. Dragon-themed slot content appropriate for adults. Minor improvement in social media age-restriction settings identified.
All promoted operators verified UK-licensed. Ainsworth game provider properly licensed. Licence information accessible. No unlicensed operators promoted on platform.
BeGambleAware messaging visible. Helpline accessible. GamStop information provided. Content tone balanced. Minor enhancement opportunity in responsible gambling footer prominence.
No misleading claims about dragon-themed gameplay. Accurate RTP presentation. Appropriate game description. Minor improvement needed in promotional language balance.
Wagering requirements disclosed for promoted bonuses. Terms accessible. Maximum bet rules stated. Minor improvement in visibility of bonus expiry information needed.
Commission relationships clearly disclosed. Editorial independence maintained. Affiliate links properly labeled. Full transparency in operator partnerships demonstrated.
8 indicators • Legal basis: Gambling Act 2005 s.46-50, LCCP 3.2.3
| Indicator | Status | Evidence |
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AV-01: Prominent 18+ warning visible
LCCP 3.2.3(1) • Critical • Weight 5.0
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Pass | 18+ symbol displayed in header section (top-right, 42x42px). Visible without scrolling on desktop and mobile viewports. Orange badge on dark background provides strong contrast. |
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AV-02: Age verification gate present
LCCP 3.2.3(2) • Critical • Weight 5.0
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Pass | Age verification modal triggered on first site visit. Users must confirm age 18+ before accessing Laughing Dragon slot review content. Under-18 entries blocked with appropriate messaging. |
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AV-03: No content appealing to children
CAP 16.3.12 • Critical • Weight 4.0
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Pass | Dragon imagery presented in mature Asian-inspired artistic style appropriate for adult audience. No cartoonish characters or child-oriented themes. Game mechanics descriptions focus on adult gambling entertainment. |
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AV-04: No marketing to persons under 18
LCCP 5.1.2 • Critical • Weight 4.0
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Pass | No youth influencer partnerships identified. Marketing channels reviewed show appropriate adult targeting. No presence on platforms with majority under-18 user demographics. |
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AV-05: Consistent age verification messaging
LCCP 3.2.3(3) • Non-critical • Weight 2.0
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Pass | 18+ symbol present in header across all assessed pages (slot review, homepage, operator listings). Consistent placement and styling maintained throughout user journey. |
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AV-06: Demo games require age verification
LCCP 3.2.3(4) • Critical • Weight 4.0
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N/A | Not applicable. Page provides slot review and information only. No embedded demo play functionality identified. Assessment category not relevant to content type. |
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AV-07: Social media promotion age-restricted
CAP 16.3.14 • Non-critical • Weight 2.0
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Minor issue | Instagram account identified with slot content promotion. Age-restriction settings present but could be enhanced. Recommendation: implement stricter audience targeting (25+ rather than 18+) for dragon-themed slot promotions. |
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AV-08: YouTube content age-restricted
CAP 16.3.12 • Critical • Weight 4.0
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N/A | Not applicable. Site operator does not maintain YouTube channel for Laughing Dragon or other slot content. Assessment category not relevant to current marketing strategy. |
6 indicators • Legal basis: Gambling Act 2005 s.33, s.37
| Indicator | Status | Evidence | |
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OL-01: All operators hold valid UK licence
GA 2005 s.33 • Critical • Weight 5.0
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Pass | All 17 operators promoted on Laughing Dragon review page verified via Gambling Commission public register. Ainsworth game provider holds valid B2B supplier licence. All licences active as of 4 December 2025. | |
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OL-02: Licensing information accessible
LCCP 1.1.1 • Non-critical • Weight 2.0
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Pass | Pass | Footer contains link to licensing information page. Operator licence numbers listed with corresponding Gambling Commission verification links. Information easily accessible to users. |
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OL-03: No unlicensed operator promotion
GA 2005 s.330 • Critical • Weight 5.0
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Pass | No offshore or unlicensed operators promoted. All casino partnerships offering Laughing Dragon slot verified UK-licensed. No Curacao or Malta-only licensed operators identified. | |
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OL-04: Links resolve to UK-licensed domains
LCCP 1.1.2 • Critical • Weight 4.0
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Pass | All operator links tested resolve to .co.uk or .uk domains under UK licensing. No redirects to international versions. Geotargeting properly implemented for UK audience accessing dragon slot content. | |
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OL-05: Licence numbers displayed where claimed
LCCP 1.1.1 • Non-critical • Weight 2.0
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Pass | Operator cards on review page include Gambling Commission licence numbers in small text. Numbers verified accurate against Commission register. Ainsworth B2B licence also referenced. | |
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OL-06: Content updated for licence changes
GA 2005 s.119 • Critical • Weight 4.0
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Pass | Site operator confirmed monthly licence status review process. No operators with suspended or revoked licences promoted. Last verification: 28 November 2025. Update procedures documented. |
Detailed evidence and assessment notes for remaining indicator categories (Responsible Gambling, Marketing Standards, Bonus Transparency, Affiliate Disclosure) available in full assessment report documentation.
All 47 indicators assessed with comprehensive evidence documentation. Assessment conducted in accordance with Methodology v2.1. Dual verification completed with 100% analyst consensus achieved. Minor issues identified do not constitute material regulatory violations.
Both analysts achieved identical determinations across all 47 indicators. No discrepancies requiring resolution.
Average confidence score across 28 automated indicators. All scores above 85% threshold requiring human verification.
Total analyst time including dual verification and documentation. Within standard range (45-90 min lead + 45-90 min verification).
Current methodology version applied. Last updated: 15 January 2025. Quarterly review scheduled: April 2025.
Site operators and public may report significant content changes that may affect compliance status. Changes triggering early reassessment include page redesign, new operator partnerships, or modifications to responsible gambling messaging.
Report content changesComplete assessment documentation including all 47 indicator determinations, evidence documentation, and analyst notes. PDF format, 26 pages.
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