Rust took on the role with the Industry Forum after a spell as CEO of the British Horseracing Authority.
Great Britains Gambling Commission recently announced that Nick Rust is to step down as chair of its Industry Forum when his two-year term ends in November.
Rust, formerly chief executive of the British Horseracing Authority, was appointed as chair in November 2023. Rust helped establish the Forum as part of its wider engagement and governance structure, the regulator said.
Its been a privilege to chair the Industry Forum and help the Commissions executives and board to gain insights on policy and operational performance from an industry perspective, Rust said.
Im pleased with the work the Forum has delivered. I believe it has helped the Commission better understand the implications of its existing and planned policies for consumers and industry operators.
Operator representatives Ashley Padgett (Flutter), Mark Pearson (Betfred), Leo Walker (Entain) and David Williams (Rank Group) are among the other nine appointed members of the Forum.
Merkur UKs Tony Boulton, Betsmart Consulting founder Kirsty Caldwell, Department of Trust Chief Executive Charles Cohen, Managing Director of Britbet Nigel Roddis, and G.Games Founder and Chief Commercial Officer Helen Walton complete the forums members.
The regulator plans to appoint a new chair in due course, with further updates to follow.
Helen Child, head of governance at the Commission, praised Rusts role in the Forum. She said he has been instrumental in both its creation and role over the past two years.
I have very much enjoyed working with him as we established the Forum, Child said. Id like to thank Nick for his hard work in getting the group to this point.
Commission Chief Executive Andrew Rhodes added: I have thoroughly enjoyed working with both Nick and the Forum. He has been such a valuable sounding board, a constant fount of knowledge and insight and a great support to me personally.
