AGCC Releases Statement for British Players

A cryptic statement from the Alderney Gambling Control Commission has many wondering if there’s a new twist to be found in the Full Tilt Poker saga.

The AGCC, which was the body that oversaw Full Tilt Poker and eventually revoked the site’s operating licenses, released a statement this week specifically for British customers of the poker room. In the statement, the AGCC pointed out that British players who feel the have been the “victim of a crime” committed by the poker site should report the matter to their local police, as the AGCC no longer has any authority over the site or disputes involving it.

Interestingly, the statement makes no mention of the agreements made between Full Tilt and the Groupe Bernard Tapie or the US Department of Justice. Those deals are expected to be completed in the near future.

The complete statement was as follows:

On-going concerns of Full Tilt’s registered players.


At the request of the police, AGCC will continue to log incoming player complaints: these records will be made available to the police. However, following the revocation of the licences, AGCC no longer has authority to intermediate or arbitrate on player issues or disputes with Full Tilt (excepting for players registered under a Swiss address).
Players may have the following alternative options:-


1. Full Tilt has been requested to provide a specific player contact: this is awaited and will be incorporated here upon receipt.


2. Any player who believes they are a victim of crime, as a result of their dealings with Full Tilt, should in the first instance contact their own local police in their country of residence and report the matter to them. These reports will then be co-ordinated centrally.


3. It is understood that a number of civil actions have been initiated by players against Full Tilt, some as class actions representing multiple players by UK, US and Canadian lawyers. Details of the firms concerned can be found through internet search.