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New Gameon Bingo!

By Lisa West on Saturday, 27th June 2009

You have probably seen the latest addition, to the world of Online Bingo sites, on the telly. Gameon Bingo is a new site from the Globalcom bingo network. Some people might find the simplicity of the design refreshing, like me! It’s easy on the eye and ‘does exactly what it says on the tin’! Every new player gets 20 free Bingo cards to get them up and running, but you will have to give credit card details to register.
This is a big brand flagship, so despite the fact they are new, Gameon Bingo do have some great promotions available. The first deposit, Cash Match Bonus is a very nice 150%, on any amount between five and a hundred pounds. Plus! You will receive a 50% Cash Match Bonus on every deposit you make, between twenty and £100!
There’s no Free Bingo at Gameon, but they do have a ‘Happy Hour’, Monday teatime, between four in the afternoon and six. Here, they give all players double loyalty points for tickets purchased in any of the chat games. A thousand loyalty pounds can be exchanged for a £1 credit to your account. This isn’t such a good deal, compared to some of the other Online Bingo sites out there, but if you enjoy the Gameon Bingo site, and are going to play anyway, it’s better than nothing!
A good way to earn loyalty points at Gameon Bingo is by referring a friend. They will give you 5000points for that, which is, basically, a fiver! Not to much going on in the way of freebies here, but the prize promotions are good. Right now, you can will a fab Mexican Cruise, with flights, right up until August 25th. The big plus at Gameon is the Cash match Bonus. With the 50% permanent offer, they are giving away plenty to paying, Online Bingo players. With the twenty free tickets available, to get you started, it probably worth a twirl!

This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on 27/06/2009

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62million for the Mecca Bingo Group

By Lisa West on Wednesday, 24th June 2009

Now doubt about it, Ian Burke, chief exec of the Rank Group, and the Bingo operator for Mecca Bingo Halls, must be breathing a sigh of relief right now. Rank have just won their High Court case against the VAT man, which means they can now look forward to a whopping great 62million rebate. Mecca Bingo have been hit hard by the smoking ban, seeing a sharp drop in profit, from it’s 103 Bingo Halls across the UK, since the new law came into force.
In this instance, the court ruled that the company had been overcharged VAT on some of the Bingo gaming machines, available in the Mecca Bingo Halls. The decision went their way, after the government changed the exemption from VAT, and taxation, on various gaming and Bingo machines in the UK. The court ruled that some of those changes were, in fact, in breach of European laws, therefore, the government must now refund those taxes back to MeccaBingo.
The refund is relative to one automated game in particular, played, between Bingo games, in the Mecca Bingo Halls. The High Court decision could be appealed, and it is believed that there are more than a thousand similar claims which still need to be concluded. The new ruling could end up costing the HM Customs & Excise a lot more, it’s possible figures could even reach the 500 million mark.
With the departure of their company head, Simon WyKes, and the arrival of their newly designed website, theirs been a lot of changes to MeccaBingo just lately. All in a determined bid to ensure Mecca doesn’t die, a slow and painful death, as have many of the UK’s less established Bingo operators. Seems the future truly is looking brighter, for at least one of the UK’s Bingo Hall operators.

This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on 24/06/2009

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Free £10 No Deposit Bonus at Betfred Bingo

By Lisa West on Tuesday, 23rd June 2009

Yet another big Bingo name has announced it is changing over to the Virtue Fusion gaming software. Betfred Bingo are swapping from Playtech, over to virtue, in a bid to expand the Bingo, and side games, they already have on offer. Like many other Online Bingo sites, including Paddy Power & Virgin Bingo, many operators find the Virtue Fusion software more flexible.
Bet Fred already have an extensive variety of games on offer, including slots, casino and poker games, lotto and mobile betting. It will be interesting to see what develops when they actually make the change over. If you haven’t played Bingo at Bet Fred yet, right now they are offering a £10, Free No Deposit Bonus.
You will need to register and enter your payment details, in order to qualify, and have downloaded their current Bingo software. In addition, you need to send them an email to claim your £10. Betfred Bingo will then credit your account within twenty four hours. That might all seem a bit long winded, but they are offering one of the best Free No deposit Bonus deals around at the moment, and it doesn’t take long to sign up.
New players also receive a whopping great 150% Bonus when they make their first deposit, right to a £100!! Unlike the Free No Deposit Bonus, this new player Bingo Bonus is credited to your account straight away, unless you pay via MoneyBookers or Paypal. In this case, you will have to contact the Bet Fred Online Support and request this one too.
Every week, BetFred Bingo give away hundreds of thousands of Free Bingo cards, and they also give their players a 25% bonus every time they make a deposit. The Bingo Bonuses are big and there are tonnes of special promotions always on offer. All in all, there’s a lot of good reasons to play with Bet Fred. Why wait?

This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on 23/06/2009

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200% first Deposit Bonus at Golden Hat Bingo

By Lisa West on Monday, 22nd June 2009

Golden Hat Bingo haven’t been up and running that long. However, if you take a look at this great Online Bingo site, you’ll see, they’ve soon got into to the swing of things! Especially with regards to their Jackpot Bingo Games and Bingo Promotions. Right now, they are offering new players a very warm and welcoming 200% First Deposit Bonus, from £10, up to an incredible £100! Definitely a good way to make the most of your Bingo cash!!!
Registering is quick and easy, and your bonus is credited to your account straight away. So, you can start playing immediately. Golden Hat Bingo offers both the 90ball and 75 ball Bingo Games, and, as if that big First Deposit Bonus wasn’t enough, they also have a good helping of Free Bingo Games on offer. If you fancy a change, they also have some funky Slots, Instants and Scratch Card games, to keep you busy.
Jackpots at Golden Hat Bingo offer players just about all the excitement they can handle. Right now, they are running a Super Jackpot promotion for new players, and someone could win up to £20,000! Another good reason to sign up! When you register, they will ask you for a ‘lucky number’. If you win on your lucky number, in less than thirty three calls, you will bag the big Super Jackpot prize.
If you refer a friend, and you will be doing them a favour with the 200% First deposit Bonus on offer right now, GoldenHatBingo will also give you a fiver. You and your friend can then join the Online Bingo community chat rooms, where there are some exciting, fun and friendly, Bingo Games on offer.
There is an awesome selection of hourly, weekly and monthly promotions available, making this site one of the best, all round, Online Bingo sites available. Just check it out, and you’ll see what I mean!

This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on 22/06/2009

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Grab the PoshBingo 200% First Deposit Bonus!

By Lisa West on Friday, 19th June 2009

PoshBingo re-launched their new website a few months ago. Their old Bingo site, one of the first around since the onset, was very popular. The new site has also proven to be a big hit, and has a substantial, and loyal, member base. However, the competition among the Online Bingo sites has stepped up a level, and many of the big brand operators are constantly ‘upping’ their promotions for new Bingo players.
Right now, PoshBingo are offering a £20 First Deposit Bonus. If you haven’t registered yet, all you need to do is deposit £10 to get your Bonus Money. Easy money! If you decide to deposit more than that, Posh Bingo will match you 200%, and with that offer you could receive up to a £200 First Deposit Bonus.
You’ll be glad to know, the First Deposit Bonus isn’t the only Bonus Money on offer at PoshBingo. Every time you make a deposit, Posh will also give you another 50%, anything from £10, up to £100. That’s a lot of free Bingo, permanently! As if that’s not enough, there are free games on the schedule every day, from six in the morning, until 1am. Try not to miss their Free, Guaranteed, Jackpot Bingo game, there’s a very nice £30 up for grabs.
Since the big transformation, Posh Bingo has been paying out FORTY THOUSAND a month in cash and prizes. On the final Friday of every month, there’s £3000 in guaranteed prize money, there for the taking, in the ‘Make a Mint’ Bingo game. The perfect way to get your weekend off to a great start.
Posh Bingo have the popular, British, 90Ball game and the 75Ball Bingo game. Plus! Slots, Instants and casino games. With all the Bonus Money available right now, if you’ve never played Online Bingo at Posh, now’s a very good time!

This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on 19/06/2009

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PaddyPower Big Jackpot Prize Payout!

By Lisa West on Thursday, 18th June 2009

Somewhat curiously, ‘maygodblessme’, the latest big Jackpot Prize winner at PaddyPower, certainly got what they asked for! This latest lucky Bingo winner bagged just over £17,000 playing the great, British, 90ball Bingo Game, in the Gold Room at PaddyPower Bingo.
Maybe ‘maygodblessme’ did have their prayers answered that day, or maybe it was lady luck shining down her sparkling light. Thank the stars, thank Him, thank your mother! When you walk away with a big Jackpot Prize like that, it’s good news, and that’s always welcome.
Another incredible thing? This big Jackpot Prize winner hadn’t been playing the 90Ball Bingo Game five minutes when they hit the Jackpot. For just a handful of 10p tickets, they landed themselves a mountain of lovely cash. It all seems so incredible, even the winner can’t believe it’s true! No doubt, when their bank balance clocks up the cash, they’ll become a true ‘believer’!
It’s no wonder that PaddyPower have become so popular in the world of Online Bingo. They’ve always been ‘up there’ with the big boys, when it comes huge Jackpot Prize payouts. Now, ‘maygodblessme’ also has the privilege of being added to the hall of, Paddy Bingo, ‘big winners’ fame.
If you haven’t tried PaddyPower yet, register, deposit and play at least £5, and they will match that deposit - up to £30! They always have plenty of promotions going on, with cash and prizes up for grabs. Not only do they have the 90Ball Bingo Game available, they also offer an 80ball ‘Speed Bingo’ game, slots, video poker, scratch cards and a good selection of casino games.
Paddy Power is another great sight using the ‘Virtual Fusion’ software. Whenever there’s a big winner, it always leaves the rest of us feeling a little more optimistic, and there’s nothing wrong with that!

This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on 18/06/2009

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A New Bingo Experience From Microgaming

By Lisa West on Tuesday, 16th June 2009

Online Bingo and Casinos have fast become a multibillion dollar industry. Competition has become, should we say, intense? Although, that would probably be an understatement! But all this competitiveness has been good for Bingo Players. Today, there’s a huge variety of Online Gaming products available, created to be user friendly, to encourage even people who have never played a game of Bingo in their lives, to settle down for a game online.

Microgaming have to be one of the most innovative, and unique, Online Gaming company’s around. A private company who started out less than ten years ago, is now, for many, the workplace for some of the best minds in the industry. This month, the company have announced the release of their newest Online Bingo, stand alone, software.

Right now, Microgaming haven’t giving away too many details, to date. However, they have promised to let the cat out of the bag, to Bingo Players, at the Online Bingo Summit being held today and tomorrow (16th and 17th June). This is the fourth year of the summit, and every big name brand operator and gaming software company will be there.

In times past, Microgaming Bingo Software only functioned within their Casino software. The new ‘stand alone’, Online Gaming, Bingo software will function on a completely different platform. This means it can be installed alongside any other software. Therefore, opening more doors to operators and their Bingo Players.

The new software includes the traditional UK, 90Ball game, and the 75Ball game. Plus! There’s a great selection of casino games, slots, instant and scratch cards included. Each operator has the option to add their own personal ‘stamp’ on the new software package. As the new micro gaming slogan says, "It's what's inside that counts"! Only time will tell….

This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on 16/06/2009

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High Five Bingo

By Lisa West on Sunday, 14th June 2009

By the end of this year, Channel 5 hope to have their brand new UK, Online Bingo and Casino website up and running. Dawn Airey, Fives Chief exec, stated that the company are “looking aggressively” to expand their presence within the digital media sector, and are hoping to reflect Fives “unique sense of dynamism and fun”. The new Five Bingo website will be run by Party Gaming, and Channel 5 will be looking after the marketing side of things.

Chief Executive Officer, for Party Gaming, Jim Ryan, is very happy with the new addition to the company’s portfolio. More than thirty million people tune in to Channel 5 every week, and Ryan believes this could open the doors to many more ‘high profile’ “business to business” contracts in the future.

It’s a curious turn around for Party Gaming, who’ve just finished a previous contract with ITV - who, by the way, have not yet announced which ‘strategic partner’ they will be teaming up with next.

All the projects Party Gaming set up, with ITV, failed; ITV Bingo, Bingo Night Live, and the ITV Bingo Show. Of them all, Bingo Night Live was probably the most popular with viewers, but it still didn’t generate the kind of viewing numbers ITV expected.

Despite the new contract, and everything looking bright for Party Gaming right now, rumour is, they have been struggling with their ‘Party Bingo’ website, first launched in 2005. At first, this Online Bingo website was aimed at American players. However, due to changes in their online gaming laws, Party Bingo had to re-invent itself for the UK. No doubt, a big set back for the company.

There’s a lot of hearsay right now, with regards to the Five Bingo website. A lot of people believe that their new Online Bingo Bid is going to provide the extra revenue they have been looking for. One thing is for sure, the new Five Bingo site won’t be short of advertising!

This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on 14/06/2009

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First Deposit Bonus at Foxy Bingo

By Lisa West on Saturday, 13th June 2009

Since their launch, five years ago, Foxy Bingo have gone from strength to strength. Today, they are one of the leading Online Bingo sites in the UK. Right now, Foxy are offering new players a 100% First Deposit Bonus. The minimum deposit you will need to make is £10, but Foxy will match any first deposit up to £150!! With more than forty game rooms, Free Bingo and Bingo tickets from as little as 5p, you can get a lot for your money at FoxyBingo.

The Free Bingo never stop at Foxy Bingo! Not only will they give you a 100% First Deposit Bonus, they will give you a 50% Bonus on EVERY deposit you make, up to a very respectable fifty pounds! If you haven’t tried their site yet, go take a look around. At foxy you can play the traditional UK 90Ball Bingo, and the American 75Ball game.

There’s a lot going on at FoxyBingo; Guaranteed and Progressive Jackpot games; Instant Win, including slots and scratch cards; Chat games and Tourneys. Start celebrating the weekend with Foxy’s Friday Night Free Bingo. With a MILLION POUNDS being won, every month, in Guaranteed Jackpots, is easy to know why so many people love playing with Foxy!

If it’s prizes you’re after, don’t miss out on the Foxy Bingo ‘Super Prize Night’. There’s an awesome selection of prizes up for grabs; MP3 Players, gaming consoles, shopping vouchers. To join in the fun, make sure you’re in the ‘All Our Friends’ Online Bingo games rooms, 8pm, Mondays. With the generous First Deposit Bonus, massive Guaranteed Jackpot payout, Free Bingo and fabulous prizes on offer, there’s a lot of good reasons to play Online Bingo, at Foxy. Why not give it a go right now? Believe us, there’s not a lot Mr Foxy doesn’t know about showing his players a good time!
This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on 13/06/2009

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The Think Bingo £40 Bingo Bonus

By Lisa West on Friday, 12th June 2009

Think Bingo has been up and running for five years, this coming August, making it the oldest, stand alone, Online Bingo Site in the United Kingdom. It has always been popular with Bingo players, yes, they have some great Bingo games, and you can buy tickets for just 5p. However, the real pull of the ThinkBingo website, is their excellent Chat Moderators (CM’s) and buzzing Bingo Community.

You might have seen their latest offer advertised on the telly. But just in case you haven’t, we want to make sure you don’t miss out on the stomping, new, £40 Bingo Bonus, available right now. All you need to do is register, and deposit a measly £10, to receive another forty - Wow! That’s a load of free games, and a load of free chances to win a lotta money!!! Think Bingo are definitely way ahead of the crowd when it comes to this Bingo Bonus!

Not only are ThinkBingo giving you a whopping £40 sign up Bingo Bonus on your first deposit, they will also give you 50% on ALL the deposits you make. So you can always get free Bingo at Think Bingo! With a mountain of guaranteed Jackpot prizes, and some fab promotions, there are lots of chances to win BIG, at ThinkBingo.

The Think Online Bingo site has a lot to offer newbies and regular players alike. With all the great Bonuses, friendly CM’s and ever growing community, you can’t go far wrong. Why not go and have a look for yourself, today? Check out the forums and up and coming events. You’ll find there’s always something happening, it’s a great place to have some fun. You aren’t just another alias at Think, and if you become a VIP member you can guarantee, they’re going to spoil you rotten! And we could all do with a little bit of that right now!!!
This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on 12/06/2009

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Good Bucky Bingo News!

By Lisa West on Thursday, 11th June 2009

The latest hot, industry Bingo News, is Bucky Bingo has gone ahead, and signed up for a long term contract, with gaming software provider Virtue Fusion. The contract means that the company will be the only software provider, for the Bucky Online Bingo site, over the next 5years. Many leading Online Bingo providers, such as Mecca, Virgin and Ladbrokes, have recently made the switch to the Virtue Fusion Bingo platform, and now, Bucky has joined the ranks.

The final decision has come after a two year trial, and indicates that Bucky management are definitely happy with the BNA software provided by Virtue Fusion. No doubt, this is also good Bingo News for Bucky Bingo players, who also seem more than happy with the Online Bingo and games provided. It’s no secret, the Bucky Online Bingo site saw a marked increase in players, during its first couple of years trial, using the Virtue Fusion platform.

The current contract will end in 2014, but if the positive response from players keep up, there’s no reason to why Bucky Bingo won’t be renewing its contract again. During the last twelve months, Virtue Fusion have been sweeping the board, when it comes to expanding their client portfolio. It seems like every day, they are headlines in the Bingo News, because another big name has been added to that list.

No doubt, Virtue Fusion are very happy with their latest addition, and no doubt Bucky management are looking forward to continuing their growing success. It does seem, this gaming software has the ‘Midas Touch’ when it comes to Online Bingo. But that’s not by accident! Their software provides the fun and entertainment all Bingo Players expect, plus, some great, added extra, innovative features they don’t! When it comes to Online Bingo, the fun just keeps on coming, down at Bucky Bingo!!
Lisa for Bingo Faces on 11/06/2009

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The Changing Face of Mecca Bingo

By Lisa West on Tuesday, 9th June 2009

Only a short while ago, Ian Burke, chief exec of Rank, stated that Mecca Bingo were entering “a new phase in our strategy”, and with that in mind, he relieved Simon Wykes of his duties as head of the company. Mecca has 103 Bingo Halls, all of which have seen reduced profits, since the smoking ban was enforced. It is no secret, this had been of great concern to all, company officials and players alike.

In a bid to get back in the running, Mecca, Online Bingo players have since been treated to a brand new Bingo site, where the promotions, and the First Deposit Bonus, have never been so good. That’s good news for players, and even better news for newcomers!

Mecca have always been a favourite, when it comes to the Bingo Halls, and despite the general downturn in attendance, a brand new Bingo Hall in Beeston has just been opened. However, Mecca are making sure that they keep up with their Online Bingo competition, especially when it comes to the First Deposit Bonus for new players. Right now, you can grab yourself a whopping 200% Bonus on your First Deposit! Before, new players had to wager quite a lot, and meet a fairly complex wager ‘requirements’, before seeing their Bonus money. Now, new players can breath a sigh of relief, because that has all become a thing of the past.

Mecca will always be a favourite, when it comes to the local Bingo Halls, but with all the smart revamps, with their site and promotions, it looks like they will soon be just as popular with Online Bingo players. To get your 200% First deposit Bonus, you will need to register and make a minimum deposit of £5. The maximum Bonus Mecca will give new players is £50, so there’s no point depositing more than £25! Not unless you really feel the need!!

Whatever you decide, you need to play your deposit money within the first sixty days. Once you have, Mecca Bingo will credit your Online Bingo account with the Bonus, within 24hrs. If you spend your First Deposit before sixty days, you will still receive the Bonus within 24hrs. How’s that for easy money!!?
Lisa for Bingo Faces on 09/06/2009

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Flying High With Ryanair Bingo!

By Lisa West on Monday, 8th June 2009

When it comes to ‘flying high’ in the world of Bingo Ryan Air have to be way ahead of the crowd. With Ryan Air, you can enjoy your favourite game of Bingo thousands of feet up, using your mobile phone.

More than forty million pounds is being given away every month, so there’s plenty of opportunity to get your hols off to a flying start this summer! But it’s not just in-flight that you can enjoy Ryanair Bingo, you can also play Online Bingo at the Ryan Air website every day of the week. Right now, they will match your first £10 deposit 100%, and with games available from just 1p, that’s a lotta Free Bingo!!!

Ryanair Bingo don’t do things by half when it comes to Jackpots. With tens of thousands regularly being won, this is a big money Online Bingo site. Ryan Air teamed up with the tried and tested Bingo operator, Jackpot Joy, to launch this great new website. All the favourites are here, including ‘Deal or No Deal’, and ‘The Price is Right’. There’s also some fab daily, weekly and monthly promotions, with tonnes of excellent prizes up for grabs: Ipods, restaurant vouchers, holidays, gaming consoles, and tonnes of cash, just to name a few!

Signing up is fast and easy, just deposit a tenner and you’re ready to go Bingo! Even though you will have to make a deposit, you can play for real money, or play Free Bingo, just for fun. Play for fun, collect points, and you can enter the prize draw. Who said you get nothing for free in this life!

At Ryanair Bingo you can win some awesome prizes, just playing Free Bingo, so that big 100% bonus on your first deposit can definitely go a very long way! With Ryan Air, you really can expect to reach higher, for less! So what you waiting for? Happy days are definitely here again, thanks to Ryan Air Bingo!
Lisa for Bingo Faces on 08/06/2009

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Game Village have loads of bingo offers, Did you know?

By Vikki Taylor on Friday, 24th April 2009

There’s a whole bundle of promo games at Game Village bingo, but here’s some you may not know about…

Did you know that while your fast asleep in bed, you could be winning? Game village run a Start of the Day promo from midnight to 1am. All these games will start the pot at £20 but don’t worry if you can’t stay up all night playing bingo, you can also pre-buy your tickets. Or if you’re like me and have a lot of trouble sleeping you can come on Game Village yourself and play, take part in a few of the Night Owl chat games, and win some free cards as well.

Or maybe you’re a fan of pattern games, then all April you can play Game Village’s Egg Pattern games and be entered into the draw at the end of the month.

Don’t have the money spare for online bingo but still want to play? Well now Game Village also offer free games or 1p games, just rush over to the Chip Van and play Cheap as Chips. You’ll get 100% cashback on all you wagers, and play for 1p bingo cards between noon and 1pm.

Midnight ”˜til noon you can play the free game dingo, which is a bit of a cross between slots and bingo, or to play all day theres Supergems, which is like the more-famously known bejewelled; you play these games using points rather than money and can win points back.

There’s so much more going on at Game Village and I don’t want to ramble on… Just get over there. Trust me. There’s something for everyone…

This was an article by Jess for Bingo Faces on Game Village

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CEO of Bingos.com Resigns

By Vikki Taylor on Monday, 20th April 2009

After five years of building and growing bingos.com, CEO Dominic Mansour is resigning to look for “new challenges”.

As well as being CEO of bingos.com he was also Director of Sales and Marketing for NetPlay TV plc.

Mansour started bingos.com five years ago, and built it up to what it is today, bingos.com was bought by NetPlay TV in April 2008 when he also became a board member.

Dominic Mansour spoke about his resignation in a press release: “It has been a real pleasure working with Martin and the team at NetPlay and I have really enjoyed the challenge of integrating the two companies and maximising the economies over the past 12 months. However, having built, lived and breathed the Bingos.com business from scratch over the past five years, I feel like it’s a good time for a new challenge. I wish Martin and the team all the best for the future.”

NetPlay TV have already found someone to replace Dominic Mansour, Gavin Whyte—who is also CEO of supercasino.com—will take over the position.

This was an article by Jess for Bingo Faces on Bingos.com

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Rock And Roll Bingo

By Vikki Taylor on Sunday, 19th April 2009

Rock and Roll Bingo, a great new twist on the classic game of bingo.

The concept was thought up by Mark Walsh just to play in his local pub, but has now caught the eye of Mecca Bingo. Mecca Bingo will trial Walsh’s Rock and Roll Bingo in their Nottingham bingo hall, and then possibly go on to run it in Mecca Bingo halls across the country.

The idea is that song clips will be played instead of calling numbers, and players will mark off the song names on their cards. The rules other than that are basically the same, the first player to mark all the songs on their card off and call house, wins.

Walsh told The Yorkshire Evening Post: “We thought we had something and we thought it would take off but now we’re just over the moon. We just started playing it in a few places and it just went through the roof.”

But it seems getting his game into Mecca Bingo halls is not all Mark Walsh has in mind, he is now working on adapting the game so it could be played online or on TV.

Personally, as a massive music fan, I think this is a great idea and hope it goes far, I would definatly want to give it a go.

This was an article by Jess for Bingo Faces on Rock and Roll Bingo

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Sun Bingo, win an iPod touch, and more!

By Vikki Taylor on Monday, 20th April 2009

You’ll definitley need to make sure your in the right place at the right time for the amazing prize on offer at Sun Bingo! Every hour at Sun Bingo there is a iPod Touch up for grabs!

The Sun will be selecting rooms at random so you’ll have to keep your eyes peeled for exciting Happy Monday announcements from the chat hosts on where to go and how to win the iPod Touches. Theres a chance every hour until 9pm, so make sure you’re there and you could get yourself a free iPod touch!

Sun bingo have also come down with Friday Fever, this Friday at 9pm will be the last Grand Bingo Jackpot Game and you could win £1,000 for a line, £1,000 for two lines and—yes, you guessed it—£1,000 for a full house too.

Or for something a little bigger theres Sun Bingo’s BIG Cash Prize of £100,000 in Snap. Playing the poker style instant win game of Snap in the Las Vegas room could get you this massive amount, but it is more expensive to play at £2 a pop.

This was an article by Jess for Bingo Faces on Sun Bingo

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"Minxy" Celebrites?

By Vikki Taylor on Monday, 20th April 2009

New bingo website Minxy Bingo recently conducted a survey to find out which celebs “have the minxiest twinkle in their eye”. They asked 2000 people—but the results are a little peculiar—and they show some quite unexpected “secret minxes”.

Coming in first was GMTV’s Lorraine Kelly. Which isn’t suprising. Lesley Hall of Minxy Bingo explained that Lorraine’s “cheekiness, confidence and subtle sexiness marks her out as the ultimate secret minx”. Second place went to Fiona Bruce and in third place was Arlene Phillips from Strictly Come Dancing.

Others in the top ten included Karen Brady, Cherie Blair, Sarah Brown, Anne Robinson and Princess Anne.

And these are the suprising ones, Dragons Den’s hard-faced Deborah Meaden came in sixth, while The Apprentice star Maragret Mountford came in seventh! Margaret Mountford… Seriously?

This whole thing seems a bit bizarre to me…

It seems the players taking part in this survey, really don’t understand the term “minxy”.

And to make things just that little bit more obscure… Minxy Bingo also wanted the players to choose more conventional minxes, and that showed that Arlene Phillips is minxier than Britney Spears… And Anne Robinson, minxier than Madonna. Yeah.

Join in with all the fun on Minxy Bingo now, for Great Games, Surveys and so much more.

This was an article by Jess for Bingo Faces on Minxy Bingo Surveys

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A Ray of Light for Madonna Fans with Littlewoods Bingo

By Vikki Taylor on Saturday, 18th April 2009

As you will probably already know Queen Of Pop, Madonna, is set to hit the UK again in July with her “Sticky & Sweet” tour, which for all Madonna fans is something not to be missed, and you could be there, thanks to Littlewoods Bingo.

I guess her royal highness Madonna will not be brought down by her denied adoption bid, and she’ll be back with a bang for her tour in the summer.

All you have to do to win is play, it’s simple as that. Just play on Littlewoods Bingo between now and June 20th to be entered into this magnificent draw.

Not only have Littlewoods managed to get their mitts on two tickets to see the pop princess, they’ve also got you £250 for luxury accomodation and travel fares.

However, if you’re like me and aren’t a Madonna fan, then Littlewoods have lot of other promotions too. So there’s something for everyone.

Maybe you’d just prefer to relax with a nice cuppa? Then you’ll be more interested in the April/May offer from Littlewoods Bingo, just deposit and play £25 and you can get yourself and exclusive Littlewoods Bingo Mug!

And definatly one to play for… During spring there are five Sony TVs to be won, All you need to do is simply play for cash before the end of April and you’ll be in the draw to win one of five Sony LCD, HD ready TVs. So sit back, relax and enjoy your favourite online bingo and you could be enjoying all your favourite TV programmes with this cracking promotion.

This was an article by Jess for Bingo Faces on Winning Madonna Tickets with Littlewoods Bingo

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Foxy Fragrances up for grabs

By Vikki Taylor on Monday, 20th April 2009

Another week has come and gone and its time for another great prize night at Foxy Bingo… And get a whiff of this! This week Foxy Bingo is giving you the chance to “smell great with Foxy” with a range of 14 perfumes and aftershaves to be won! Just follow the scent into the prize room and play, match the letter pattern and win some of the top high street frangrances from Hugo Boss to Gucci.

We even have the timetable of the games and prizes on offer, so you dont need to miss out:

Letter F - 8pm - Prize value £26 - Carolina Herera 212 30ml Women
Letter O - 8.15pm - Prize value £38 - Hugo XX Woman 100ml
Letter X - 8.30pm - Prize value £30 - Boss Soul 90ml Men
Letter Y - 8.45pm - Prize value £28 - Cool Water for Women 50ml
Letter S - 9pm - Prize value £26 - DKNY Delicious Night Women 30ml
Letter F - 9.15pm - Prize value £29 - Joop for Men 75ml
Letter R - 9.30pm - Prize value £27 - Lacoste Touch of Pink 50ml
Letter A - 9.45pm - Prize value £33 - Prada Male 50ml EDT
Letter G - 10pm - Prize value £24 - Ralph Lauren Romance for Women 30ml
Letter R - 10.15pm - Prize value £27 - Gucci II Male 50ml
Letter A - 10.30pm - Prize value £46 - Lacoste Touch of Pink 50ml
Letter N - 10.45pm - Prize value £27 - Red Delicious for Men 50ml
Letter C- 11pm - Prize value £26 - Tommy Girl Cologne 30ml
Letter E - 11.15pm - Prize value £26 - Kylie Darling 75ml

Play now at Foxy Bingo and you could come up smelling like roses!

This was an article by Jess for Bingo Faces on Foxy Prize Night

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ChiliBingo Launching Into the UK Online Bingo Market

By Lisa West on Monday, 29th June 2009

Parlay Entertainment software has just won a new contract, from Chili Gaming. Definitely good news for the company after recently loosing two major Bingo operators, to Virtue Fusion. Chili Gaming are already a successful UK Online Poker operator, but new to Online Bingo. The Chili Poker site currently runs on PlayTech software, and they could have stayed with them for the new ChiliBingo site.
According to the Chilli Gaming CEO, Alexandre Dreyfus, the company decided to go with Parlay Entertainment, mainly, because they believe, the Parlay Platform offers better Bingo and Side Games. The new ChiliBingo website isn’t up and running yet, so right now, we’ll all have to wait and see how things pan out. But there’s definitely the promise of some new and exciting Side Games, on the cards. Let’s hope they’re keen to encourage new players, and get things of to a cracking start with some big Sign Up Bonuses! No deposit, even better!!!
There’s no date set for the launch… yet! Nevertheless, be assured, as soon as it’s up and running Bingo Faces will be among the first to check it out. Fingers crossed, we’ll be bringing you good news! ChiliBingo will be for the UK Online Bingo market, and it will be interesting to see what Parlay Entertainment come up with. This is a great chance for them to make a comeback, after loosing two big contracts to rivals, Virtue Fusion. Online Bingo was the most rapidly expanding sector, within Online Gaming, in 2008. Looks like the competition is all set to heat up in 2009!

This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on 29/06/2009

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Catch the latest Foxy Sign up Promotion

By Lisa West on Monday, 6th July 2009

FoxyBingo launched into the world of Online Bingo in 2005, and are one of the most popular sites in the UK. Not hard to figure out why, because they do offer some great New Player Sign Up Promotions. Providing you’re quick off the mark! Seems like Foxy changes its Sign Up Promotions, like I change my knickers…. Ummm??? If you haven’t registered yet, and want to take advantage of the latest Foxy Sign Up Promotion, which is, a 100% Cash Match on first deposit, you’d better make a fast move..

More than two hundred thousand players have already signed up with Foxy, and they do run some big, BIG Jackpot Prize Bingo games. Every last Friday of the month, FoxyBingo have their awesome £25,000 guaranteed Jackpot Prize Bingo night. If you’re not around, no problem, you can buy prepaid cards in the Bingo Lobby. How’s that for organised? The big Jackpot Prize Bingo game pays out £15,000 for a full house, £7,500 for two lines and a cool £2500 for just one line! On top of that, they have another Jackpot Game at 9pm and there is also some FREE BINGO up for grabs.

If you sign up today, you can bag up to £150 with the new Foxy Sign Up Promotion. The minimum deposit is ten pounds, so this is a quick way to double your money, and with such a top brand, trusted site, you know you’re going to have lots of Bingo fun, for your money! You can take advantage of the 100% Foxy Sign Up Promotion, and then, if you decide to stay around, FoxyBingo will give you a 50% bonus every time you deposit. Forever! Not bad….

This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on the Foxy Sign Up Promotion

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Platinum Play Bingo Bonus Money - Feeling Lucky????

By Lisa West on Wednesday, 3rd June 2009

Platinum Play Bingo has been up and running for around a year now. The site is operated by the Fortune Lounge Group, a hugely successful company in the world of Online Casinos. So, if you’re looking for a new Online Bingo website, with a long standing gaming company, then Platinum Play Bingo could be what you’re looking for. Right now, you can bag yourself a free tenner in Bingo Bonus Money, and it’s paid into your account straight away, so no hanging around. Always the best way! Nothing worse than having to faff around to get you hands on half a dozen free games- lol…..

I doesn’t take a minute to sign up, and if you’re new to Online Bingo, the Bingo Bonus Money is a great way to get some practice in without risking your own cash. You don’t need to make a deposit to get the Free Games, simply create your account and play. If you do decide to stay, Platinum Play Bingo are also giving away a stonking 200% Cash Match on your first deposit, up to ONE HUNDRED POUNDS! From then on, they will also give you a 50% bonus on every deposit you make, from twenty up to a hundred pounds.

Platinum Play Bingo are a fairly new Online Bingo site, and they are offering new players a good deal. No doubt, in a bid to get their show on the road. With the ten pound Bingo Bonus Money, the 200% Cash Match first deposit Bonus, and the 50% Bonus for life, there are a lot of reason to Join up. They also run a cool ‘Bingo Ball for Life’ promotion that means you can select your own lucky number when you sign up and if you win on your lucky number, you can collect up to £50,000 in prize money. Feeling lucky?????

This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on 03/06/2009

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Best Bingo Site? Putting YOUR money where their mouth is?

By Lisa West on Thursday, 4th June 2009

There are literally hundreds of Online Bingo websites out there. If you are new to Online Bingo, how do you know which is the best? After all, just about all of them claim to be the Best Bingo Site around!! When it comes to publicity, you know what they say, don’t you? Don’t believe the hype… but when your new to the circuit you’ve gotta start somewhere. It all boils down to what you are looking for. What’s perfect for one player, may not be so hot for another. So, what is it you’re looking for?

First, take a look around and define exactly what appeals to you the most. Is it the Big Bingo Jackpots you’re after? Free Bingo? A No Deposit Bonus? Are you a team player? Or do you like to ‘play it alone’? All these points will matter. Some Online Bingo websites will have a good selection of Side Games, others won’t. It’s not about what they define as the Best Bingo Site, it’s what YOU define it as that matters. Without doubt, a lot of Players are looking for the No Deposit Bonus, given when you sign up.

The reason for that? Well, you might not like the games on offer, and a No Deposit Bonus gives you the perfect chance to try new games without throwing your own money away. Another thing to check out? Criteria. An Online Bingo Site that wraps its players up in knots with ‘wager requirements’ can send a person crazy! But ultimately, the Best Bingo Site will offer a safe and secure environment for its players. That means, secure payment, and a friendly Bingo Community. Good luck!

This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on 04/06/2009

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Ladbrokes Bingo to the rescue!

By Lisa West on Tuesday, 30th June 2009

A seventy six year old pensioner has been thrown out of Mecca Bingo for organising a day trip to a rival Bingo Hall. Yep! That’s right. Little did the unsuspecting pensioner know, looking for a change of scenery would mark the end of her days at Mecca Bingo. Just as well we don’t function like that with Online Bingo! To be quite honest, words fail me—and that’s a first!
Rose Clemson had been a loyal player at her local Mecca Bingo Hall, in Chester, for fifty years. Rose was organising a coach trip when the Duty Manager at her local Mecca Bingo Hall ordered her to stop her naughtiness! After challenging the manager, both Rose and her seventy three year old hubby were escorted off the premises and both received a lifetime ban from every Mecca establishment in the UK. Since then, Rose has been pining for a game of Bingo, and lucky for her, Ladbrokes, Online Bingo have come to the rescue!
Ladbrokes Bingo have adorned Rose with a fab laptop and the benefit of a monthly Bingo allowance in her account. She will also be bombing around the streets of Chester on a flash new mobility scooter, courtesy of Ladbrokes Bingo! To return the favour, all rose has to do is tell people about her new Online Bingo experience and advise Ladbrokes with regards to their new promotions and games.
A Mecca Bingo spokesperson confirmed that Rose and her hubby were banned, and ‘stressed’ that Mecca don’t “take the decision to bar people lightly”. Hey! Are they SURE about that? Rose can now look forward to her new ‘career’ with Ladbrokes, and enjoy all the benfits Online Bingo has to offer. As Rose puts it herself, “every cloud does have a silver lining”…

This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on 30/06/2009

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Gala TV or Gala Bingo?

By Lisa West on Sunday, 5th July 2009

Sunday Night is now Big Brother night, at GalaBingo. If you’ve been missing some of those housemates, from times gone by, the Gala TV Online Bingo Club has been kind (?) enough to bring them back to you. It all starts tonight, at 8pm, and every week, Gala TV will bring you a new ex Big Bro. Craig Philips was the first ever Big Brother winner, way back in 2000. Craig has been no stranger to TV, since his win, and even has his own production company, called Avent Productions.
Gala TV are also launching ‘showbiz Bingo’. Basically, this is a showbiz gossip column, that GalaBingo hope will keep their Online Bingo players happy. Sam Mann from This Morning, Callan and Giles Vickers will be presenting the show. No too original, has nothing to do with Online Bingo, but hey, who knows? The Director for Gala TV shows, Paul Tremain, is planning to air a new ‘themed’ show every month. He believes this will "keep loyal viewers engaged and interacting with us”…ummmm… You can catch the shows on the Gala Online Bingo website, Sky, and Free Sat (channel 861).
If you’re looking for a free sign up bonus, GalaBingo is not the wtg. If you’re looking for Free Bingo Games on a regular basis, this is a good place to be. You will have to deposit, if you’re a new player, before you can join in the fun. The Free Bingo Games are linked, and run from midday to midnight, seven days a week, on the hour. There’s plenty of side games around, to keep you busy in between, and Gala has both the 90ball and 75ball Bingo Games. Not a lot else in the way of promotions, but then, they probably spent all the money on presenters…

This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on 05/07/2009

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Hot Bingo Chat with Big Brothers Nasty Nick!!

By Lisa West on Tuesday, 7th July 2009

In response to Gala Bingo’s new Big Bro TV show, which is now running every Sunday, Virgin Bingo have brought back Nasty Nick Bateman… Definitely, in my books, the Ace card in the pack. While the others will be smiling and sliming their way into your good books (and probably boring you to death, while they do it), you can bet Nasty Nick with have a few more tricks up his sleeve, and be keeping his newfound Bingo audience intrigued! Give me personality over the sublime any day of the week…
Okay, that might sound pessimistic for Gala, and Optimistic for Virgin Bingo. But come on guys, what entertains you more? Really? Let’s face it, while many of the other ex-housemates have fallen into the darkest, deepest recesses of your ‘who give a s**t’ memory bank, when it comes to Nick the Nasty, love him or loath him, you just can’t forget him! You might ask yourself, what does all this have to do with Bingo? Gossip of course! Bingo Chat is a big part of the game. With naughty, and Nasty Nick joining in, you can guarantee, there’s going to be plenty to Chat about. It’ll keep those Bingo Chat rooms running hot for weeks!
Virgin Bingo has scheduled this special Bingo Chat event for July 18th at 8pm. Nasty Nick will be joining in with the Bingo Games and answering your questions… You can’t tell me you don’t have any! If you haven’t registered yet, right now, you can get a 100% cash match bonus on your first deposit. Minimum deposit is just £5. Virgin Bingo always have a cool selection of promotions, and have given away some incredible prizes to date. Every day, you could win £500, with their Free Daily Necker Island Scratchcard promotion, you just need to login for a chance to win. Virgin Bingo, definitely the wtg!

This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on 07/06/2009

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New!!!! Eyes Down Bingo - No Deposit

By Lisa West on Friday, 10th July 2009

No Deposit Bingo is becoming a rare commodity these days, so you’d better hurry up before Eyes Down Bingo change their mind too! This is the latest, New Online Bingo offering from Parlay Entertainment. The design is cute, all fluffy, pink and girlie looking. Nothing flash, no superstars, (or Big Brother housemates - lol). Just the good old 75 and 90ball Bingo Games. Along with a daily slot ‘event’, where you can win and spin! Plus Video Poker, Keno and all the usual distractions!! There’s no download, and they don’t ask for your credit card details at registration. So not a lot to lose here!

I love No Deposit Bingo. Even if they had a one eyed beagle doing the calling, and 50balls on the go, I’d be there! As it goes, Eyes Down Bingo have a very nice Northern lady doing the calling, and she’s got the usual set of balls we’ve come to expect!!! I leave that with you… Sign up, and the No Deposit Bingo Bonus of £10 is yours. No catch, no waiting, no filing for divorce to be eligible! That’s a 100 Free Bingo Games, just there for the taking. On top of that, if you do deposit, they will also give you a 150% Bonus on your first deposit, and a guaranteed 50% on deposits after that. They also offer a couple of other ‘special’ Deposit Bonuses, but you’ll need to check them out yourself. Coz, I’m not going to spend the whole article rambling on about them. I got other fish to fry!

For a New Online Bingo website, the Jackpot Bingo Games are pretty good. Eyes Down Bingo also has a couple of New Online Bingo side games on offer, Bingo Wars, and Oddly Enough. In Bingo Wars, players bet on whether the last number called will be higher, or lower than the first. Oddly Enough is a ‘virtual’ Bingo Game’, where players predict if more odd than even numbers will be called. Both, nice and simple, so if you’ve had a few Martinis, the rules won’t get the best of you! Another Bonus!!
This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on 10/06/2009

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Get a £20 No Deposit Bonus at House of Bingo

By Lisa West on Saturday, 11th July 2009

House of Bingo were launched just last year, and in the short time they’ve been up and running, they have managed to make a good impression among Online Bingo players. The design is a bit different, kind of nostalgic! Reminds me of the stage at my local church hall! But then, they are using the Cozy Bingo Software, so maybe the shoe fits… I did check this site out when they first started, and they were only offering the classic UK 90Ball Bingo Game, and a fast, 80Ball Game. I’m pleased to see, they have recently added a new 75Ball Bingo Game as well.

You don’t see the site around that much, not like you do the big brand names. But then again, you don’t get hundreds of players all fighting for a tenner in every room you enter, and that can be a GOOD thing!! House of Bingo also give you £20 in Bingo Bucks for signing up. So it’s no big licks if you don’t like what they have to offer. You do have to register a credit card, when you sign up, but you don’t have to make a deposit to get you paws on the £20.

If you decide to stay and play at House of Bingo, they will give you a whopping 200% cash match bonus on your first deposit. After that, you can get up to 250% on every deposit you make. They have a main monthly promotion available, and daily promotions. Plus, some cool giveaways and bonuses up for grabs at the weekend. You find things like, Buy one get one free, and there’s a £100 Guaranteed daily Jackpot Bingo Game held every day. The Big Wins here are under a thousand, so if you’re looking for life changing amounts, look elsewhere! No, it’s not Foxyfied, and it’s not Celebrified. But it is Cozyfied!!!
This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on 11/06/2009

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King Jackpot Bingo Wears the 3D Crown of Online Bingo

By Lisa West on Sunday, 12th July 2009

Being a big (BIG!!!) Sims fan for many years, I just love the 3D graphics at King Jackpot Bingo. Awesome!! It just makes the whole Online Bingo experience soooo realistic. King Jackpot Bingo has been around a while now, since 2004 in fact. They don’t have the publicity of sites like Foxy, or Crown, but they do have the awesome graphics and games, provided by Leapfrog Software. A company renowned for their 3D, ‘virtual’ Bingo Hall, graphics creations. If you’re not a big 3D Games player, don’t be put of by the techie graphics, the site is easy to use. Even if you’ve never been to a Bingo Hall in your life, you’ll find your way around, no problem.

You do need to download software, to play Online Bingo at King Jackpot. If you have a fast connection, this can be sorted in about five minutes. It might take another five, even ten, if your on an old line, but believe me when I say. It truly is going to be worth it! King Jackpot Bingo have the classic UK 90Ball Bingo Game, and the American 75Ball. Plus, a whole collection of side games; slots, scratch cards, video poker and more… there is something for everyone, and moving around from one Bingo Hall to another is also a lot of fun!

King Jackpot Bingo will give all new players a £10, No Deposit Bonus, to take a look around. On the house! Every player has their own Avatar, although you can only personalise it to a point. I have to say, one of the down features for me…. However, the fact everyone has Avatars, and you can see each other, makes it really interactive and a load more fun. Makes that little chat box ‘thing’, seem truly ‘old school’…which it is!!! Once everyone takes their seat, it’s time to play Bingo!!! (You can even see how many numbers others players need to win!). If you like the site, and decide to deposit, King Jackpot will match it, 100%, plus, they will give you 20% on every deposit after that. An truly incredible, Online Bingo, gaming experience…
This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on 12/06/2009

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£1.2 Million Mecca Online Bingo Jackpot

By Lisa West on Wednesday, 8th July 2009

Seems like Mecca Bingo are always in the news, for one reason or another, these days, and it certainly seems like that £62 Million Tax Rebate will be coming in handy! Because one lucky player, from Cumbria, has just won £1.2 million playing Online Bingo at the Mecca Bingo website. It has also been confirmed, by Mecca officials, this is the biggest payout, ever, for the Mecca Online Bingo site. A spokesman stated that the company think it’s “fantastic news”. Lynsey Mirehouse thought she’d take a quick spin on Mecca’s ‘Clover Rollover Progressive Jackpot’ slot game, and couldn’t believe her luck when those five lucky shamrocks dropped into place. I bet she couldn’t!
The Mecca Bingo Clover Rollover has been on the rise for months now, and the air has been thick with anticipation among Mecca’s Online Bingo players for a while. Especially since it hit that magical £1 million mark! Lucky Lynsey threw a party at home, and along with hubby, Barry, they celebrated by having a few friends over for drinks. Apparently, they haven’t had much rest since, with the shock. Or is the wine??!!! Lyn, who works for a Workington insurance company, hasn’t decided what to do with the money yet, apart from she’s going to treat her dog! (no mention of the treating hubby - like her style).
Lyn will be receiving her money, from Mecca Bingo superstar, Bingo Dave, in a few weeks time. At a special VIP presentation in London. The Mecca Bingo Clover Rollover has now been reset to a cool quarter of a million… Definitely not to be sniffed at! Like Lyn, you could be the next lucky player to roll over in the clover at Mecca Bingo. But, If you don’t play, there’s no way!!! If you haven’t signed up yet, that’s probably a good sign. Like Lyn, every big winner seems to be new, or nearly new to Online Bingo. So, what you waiting for? It just might be you!

This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on 08/06/2009

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Kiss My Bingo!

By Lisa West on Wednesday, 15th July 2009

KissmyBingo has just turned up with a great new look, and bless her, she is looking good! The colours are really easy on the eye, one of the sweetest designs I’ve seen in a long time. Without the fluffy stuff! Well, the new design should definitely be getting her a few looks now, but lets just have a quick peek underneath. Just to see if this New Online Bingo site is really as sweet as she looks.
Looks promising, because there’s a banner saying “£30 free on your first deposit, as long as you make a minimum deposit of £10”. But then, hey hey… On the promotions page it says Kiss My Bingo will match your first deposit up to £150.…They even go on to explain; if you deposit £20, they will give you £20. If you deposit £100, then they’ll give you £100...so how can I get £30 for £10? Is Kiss My Bingo teasing? Oohhh, I can sense the sour taste already!
Kiss My Bingo is run by Cashcade. If you had registered on the old site, you can still use it, at the minute. That one has now been renamed the KissmyBingo Original. However, anyone who wants to play on the new site needs to register a new account. Most Online Bingo websites, that are ‘born again’, take their old members with them. But, it’s not so bad! At least you’ll get a welcome bonus for your trouble. Whatever that turns out to be!
KissmyBingo offer 90 and 75 Ball Bingo, and tickets start at 5p. Not the cheapest, but the Guaranteed Jackpots are good. They have some great slots, casino and instant games too. However, the best bit is the FREE BINGO! And it’s everyday, 12 hours a day. The prizes are paid in cash, so we have ourselves a real win, win situation. If you’re not happy with that, well you can Kiss My Bingo!

This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on 15/07/2009

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What makes a good Bingo website...great?!

By Lisa West on Monday, 20th July 2009

The Online Bingo craze has swept the UK. What with the no smoking ban, an economical meltdown, and now more taxes, things don’t look good for the local Bingo Hall. But what makes one Online Bingo site more popular than another? No doubt, the promotions it offers will have a big influence. Jackpots too. However, putting the money aside, what makes people go back, time and time again, to one particular site? Well, I would say it’s the Bingo Community, and I think a lot of Players would agree with me.

Bingo has always been a social pass time. A trip down to the local Bingo Hall has always been a good night out. Have some fun with friends, maybe make some new ones. Maybe even win a tin of peaches!!! (Never been the lucky type, but I never give up!!) Online Bingo can offer the same. You just have to find a Bingo Community that suits you. In fact, that’s another plus, with playing online. Whereas you’re stuck with the people at your local Bingo Hall, or, at least, you have to make a lot of effort, and spend too much time trailing around Bingo Halls in the next town. Trying out somewhere new, is just sooooooo easy online.

A lot of Bingo Operators are starting to realise, a good Bingo Community will keep players come back. It really isn’t just about the money!! It is one of the most important factors, for many, many players. Because of this, a lot of Operators are now making a lot of effort, to get their community buzzing. Market research has even proved that fact. A lot of players have several places they like to play, and the one they like the most, will be the one with the best Bingo Community. Okay, and the best Jackpots! So, when people say that Online Bingo is not community driven. The facts prove them wrong. If you’re new to the game, don’t just put up with it. If the community is not right for you. Look around, try as many sites as you want in fact! No need to be shy!!

This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on 20/06/09

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£100,000 Free Bingo Giveaway at Tombola Bingo

By Lisa West on Thursday, 16th July 2009

More than ten thousand players sign in to Tombola Bingo every day. Since The Sun swapped over to Jackpot Joy’s software platform, Tombola has been ‘going it alone’, and has become one of the leading Online Bingo websites around. At Tombola, just about always, there is over 1,500 players logged in. Of course, keeping all the previously registered players, from The Sun, probably helped! But, Bingo Players don’t stay anywhere they don’t want to! Because there's a mountain of great Online Bingo sites around.
Right now, there is a BIG promotion going on at Tombola Bingo. A £100,000 in Free Bingo cash is up for grabs, and everyone loves Free Bingo! You do need a code for the promotion, that’s been advertised in a special, Free Bingo leaflet, inside some of the top selling magazines. If you haven’t picked one up yet, you can go to the Tombola site and there’s a list of magazines and issue numbers available. The last one will be on JULY 19th, with ‘Take it Easy’. The last chance to play is 25th JULY. So, you’d better get in quick, if you want some Free Bingo!
Some Bingo Players say that the Tombola site is a bit of a Marmite - it’s a love it or hate it thing! They must be doing something right coz it’s a regular haunt for a lot of Bingo Players. Right now, Tombola Bingo are offering a 100% cash match up, on the first bonus, up to £25. Not exactly mind blowing, but not bad. They take PayPal, Mastercard, Visa, Visa Electron and Maestro. Tombola Bingo has 22 Bingo rooms and there is 90 Ball, 80, and 75 Ball Bingo available. Plus, several other variations, like Bingo Cinco and Bingo Lite. Tombola Bingo has no slots or side games. A 100% Bingo Thoroughbred!

This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on 16/07/2009

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888 Has A Change of Heart

By Lisa West on Friday, 17th July 2009

It wasn’t just an Online Bingo rumour. 888 Bingo and Gaming have definitely been chewing over whether to buy out Cashcade, or not. However, ultimately, it has been confirmed that no deal will be going ahead. Cashcade is the parent company for some of the top Online Bingo websites. Including, Think, Foxy and Cheeky Bingo.
The chief executive of 888 Bingo & Gaming, Gigi Levy stated that other gaming companies were willing to pay more for Cashcade. The big rumour has always been that 888 Bingo don’t have the capital to seal the deal.
This has been revoked by Levy, who stated that it wasn’t they didn’t have the finances. It was that they simply were not willing to “ pay the price” Cashcade were asking for.
With 888 Bingo and Gaming now out of the bidding, the competition should hot up. Who will be sealing the deal with Cashcade? How will that affect Online Bingo Players? It is thought that it will be Party Gaming who will be acquiring Cashcade. Apparently, it’s just down to sorting the paperwork. Independent News and Media hold sixteen percent of shares in Cashcade. They have been having a few financial problems of late, and so are very keen to get the deal finalised as soon as possible.
It seems 888 Online Bingo will continue to use the Cashcade software, and have already signed up for another two year contract. Globalcom, a division of 888 Bingo and Gaming, provides the software for over eighty percent of Cashcades Bingo Sites. Therefore, Cascade is an important income earner for Globalcom. Another division of 888 is Dragon Fish. They have been busy lately, making new deals with various ‘white label’ partners. However, the new owners of Cashcade will be able to use other platforms, for any of new sites they operate. This could cause problems for 888, but ultimately, only time will tell.

This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on 17/07/2009

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Check out the Great Bonuses at Mira Bingo

By Lisa West on Sunday, 19th July 2009

You can get £15 for absolutely nothing at Mira Bingo! However, you do have to register a valid credit or debit card to receive it. I tend to get a little peeved, when a site demands credit card details for a Free No Deposit Bingo Bonus. However, I guess it’s not that much to ask really. Especially when they are going to give you fifteen quid’s worth of FREE BINGO!
If you take advantage of the £15 Free No Deposit Bingo money, you should have a good idea as to whether you like the site or not. Mira will also give you a 300% cash match bonus on your first three deposits. The fact Mira Bingo will give you that much, three times, means there’s a lot of FREE BINGO to be had at Mira. Well worth a look, at least.
There aren’t that many Online Bingo operators offering Free No Deposit Bingo money to new players, at the moment. There was a time when they were two a penny! Who knows how long Mira Bingo will keep the promotion in place. If the others are anything to go by, it won’t be long. So, you’d best get down there and sign up sooner, rather than later. Else you could miss out on your FREE BINGO cash.
Mira Bingo has some innovative promotions regularly on the go. Things like their ‘Feeling Lucky? Promotion… every time players make a deposit, they are given a ‘lucky number’. Get Bingo on that number, and the house will double it. Another little extra for depositing players is ‘Lucky depositors’. For every £20 players deposit, they get one entry in to that day’s prize draw. Three lucky players are then picked to receive a smiley, £25 bonus. That means there’s a lot of good reasons to deposit money with Mira!

This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on 19/07/2009

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Looking for a Bingo Hero?

By Lisa West on Tuesday, 21st July 2009

Gotta say, maybe I’m a bit weird (whatever!), but I can’t help being drawn to my spandex clad partner in Bingo, Bingo Hero. Maybe it’s because it takes me back to when I was a kid! All that chiselled chin look and cheesy grin, it’s impossible not to feel some nostalgia. Okay, so I’ve gone on enough about the spandex man. I do have a good reason though, to bring your attention to this great little Online Bingo website. Want to know what it is? No Deposit Bingo Bonus. Ahhh! That got your attention didn’t it!

Bingo Hero will give all new players £15, just for signing up. That’s a lot of chances to win, without having to risk a penny. So gooood!!! Like music to the ears! Plus, any money you win, with this No Deposit Bingo Bonus, is actually cashable. Even better. If you do decide you like this Online Bingo website, and there’s a lot of good reasons why you will, making a deposit here means Big Bonus time!!! Right now, you can get a 300% Deposit Bonus, up to a storming £300! On top of that, BingoHero will also give you 200% on reloads. Absolutely incredible. Awesome even!

If you make a deposit by Solo, Switch or Ukash, our very generous Bingo Hero will give you an extra 25% Bonus. On top of the 200%. Who knows how long they will keep the No Deposit Bingo Bonus promotion . usually, it isn’t for that long, so, you’d be better taking advantage of the offer, sooner, rather than later. Hero has the 90, 80 and 75Ball Bingo Games, and a REALLY fast 30Ball game. You can buy anywhere from two, to forty eight tickets for bingo games, and there’s also a reasonable selection of slots and instants. Plenty of chat and some good promotions. This is one Bingo hero who definitely has my vote! Honest, it’s not just the spandex!

This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on 21/07/09

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Parlay is Spreading their Bingo Wings!

By Lisa West on Thursday, 23rd July 2009

To date, Parlay Entertainment have become one of the most popular Online Bingo software providers around. But it seems they have no intentions of leaving it there! Parlay Entertainment have decided to spread their Bingo wings to North America. Their new North American division will be known as Parlay Gaming Services, and the software they provide with be slightly different to the UK. In order to stay inline with the states regulations.

Parlay have decided to make the new software available for clients to try out, in a bid to gain new clients, and hopefully, wow some new ones! Gaming businesses and land based Bingo Operators will be able to link up with the software, and make it available to their players. Parlay have high hopes for the new venture, and have provided a good range of Bingo Games, Instants and Slots. Bingo Hall members will be able to use the games and join in with the Chat. Looks like a great way to get the Online Bingo and land based players all together. One great, big Bingo Community. Very innovative!

Parley Entertainment Chief Exec, Scott White, said that the company was “very excited” about the new software, and it’s potential. One client is already in the bag, signed and sealed, and Parlay are hoping that there will me many more to follow. N-one knows who the client is yet, Parlay are keeping mum until the Online Bingo site is launched Parlay were the very first software developer to get commercial Bingo, up and running on the internet. Their software has the 90, 80 and 75ball Bingo games, in addition to a good selection of casino games. A top Bingo software, which is used by some of the leading names in the industry. Parlay have always done well in the past, and there’s no reason to think this latest venture won’t work out. A company definitely going from strength to strength.

This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on 23/07/2009

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The Sun Bingo Prize Bonanza!!!

By Lisa West on Friday, 24th July 2009

WOW!! Sun Bingo really know how to put on a promotion. Since 2006, the Sun has coughed up more than ONE HUNDRED MILLION in cash and prizes. Now, to celebrate that achievement, they have ONE HUNDRED FIAT PANDA CARS up for grabs. That’s going to make a lot of Online Bingo players happy. Well, one hundred of them at least! The new promotion started on the 17th of July, and is running until September 27th. Every day, one lucky winner will be driving off in a new car. Apparently, all winners will have to cough up for their own insurance, which seems a little tight!!! But hey, I bet none of them will be complaining. Small price to pay!

To enter in to the daily prize draw, players must spend at least £2 on Sun Bingo, or £10 on the slots, in one day. Players who make a deposit and play the minimum £2, get two entries into the draw. If you haven’t registered yet, they will also give new players an extra entry into the draw. That means, new players can get up to three entries in just one day. Another good reason to get registered, if you haven’t already. Apparently, some days, more cars will be up for grabs. So well worth keeping you eye on the ball (or your hands on the steering wheel!), as they say.

Sun Bingo did use the Tombola software, before the powers that be decided to change over to Gamesy. It wasn’t that the Tombola Software wasn’t good - we all know that Tombola has gone from strength to strength over the last twelve months. It was just about control. Sun Bingo wanted to ‘be alone’, as that lady so famously said. Today, Sun Bingo have become one of the leading Online Bingo websites around.
This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on 24/07/09

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£20 Free No Deposit Bonus at Bingo Scotland!

By Lisa West on Tuesday, 28th July 2009

As I know there’s no-one who can refuse a Free No Deposit Bonus! So I thought I’d let you know about this one. Just in case anyone missed it! At a time when the good old Free No Deposit Bonus is becoming a bit thin on the ground, Bingo Scotland has generously come to the rescue. Right now, all newly registered players can help themselves to a big, fat, £20 Deposit. Without having to had over a single penny. Like many of the Online Bingo websites with this offer, a credit or debit card has to be registered. But I guess, that’s not a lot to ask… That is, as long as you don’t use an alternative payment method, because you don't actually have a credit or debit card.

Bingo Scotland are one of the leading Online Bingo websites, and have two sister sites, Little Big Bingo and Think Bingo. They haven’t had a Free No Deposit Bingo Bonus before. This is a first for Bingo Scotland, and who knows how long it will be around. It seems likely it’s all part of their new promotional ‘push’. So, odds are, when that’s over so might the Free £20 be. With offers like these, it is always best to get in there quick.

With a name like Bingo Scotland, you might think this Online Bingo website is only for those who live there. Not so, although the site is very ‘Scottish’ looking…and sounding! With it’s blue tartan background and games like “True Blue” and the “Scot Pot”. Bingo Scotland has the 90Ball and 75Ball Bingo games and plenty of jackpots up for grabs. However, they do not offer any casinos, instants or any other side games. This is a pure bred, all Bingo website! You can’t win any prizes or cash with the Free No Deposit Bingo money. But you can have a lot of fun!
This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on 28/07/09

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Tombola are officially the most visited UK Online Bingo Website!

By Lisa West on Sunday, 26th July 2009

It’s official! Tombola Bingo is the most visited UK Online Bingo website. Can’t help wondering, how the Sun Bingo head honchos are taking the news. Of course, you have to take into account, when they split from Tombola, about a year ago now, it was Tombola who kept all the members. There has been a lot of hearsay to date, with regards to who is actually the busiest UK Online Bingo website. Although a lot of people in the industry already thought Tombola Bingo was top, now, it has been proved that’s true. The research was carried out by Hitwise, so it'is fairly conclusive and comprehensive.

Tombola Bingo have scheduled a BIG seven MILLION pound promotional push for next month. No doubt, in a bid to ensure they don’t lose that very notable title! So, what makes Tombola the most logged into UK Online Bingo website? There’s no doubt about it, they do dosh out a mountain of cash every week. THREE MILLION in fact! If you haven’t signed up yet, right now Tombola are offering a 100% Cash match on the first deposit. Sorry… no free cash without handing over some cash! The minimum deposit is £10, and the maximum cash match you’ll get is £25. Seen better, but it’s not bad!

A lot of people like the fact that the games at Tombola Bingo are exclusive. They don’t use anyone the software of anyone else, and since the split with the Sun Bingo, neither does anyone else use theirs! Tombola also keep the regulars happy by keeping their promotions fresh and frequent. Adding new games on a regular basis. With more than forty Chat rooms available, Chat Games are BIG at Tombola. This is an Online Bingo website that is renowned for their lively Bingo community. No doubt, another reason why they have become the most visited UK Online Bingo website!

This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on 26/07/09

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Cashcade SOLD for £96 Million!

By Lisa West on Saturday, 25th July 2009

When 888 Bingo confirmed they would not be buying Cashcade, the whole Bingo Industry began buzzing with speculation. So who would be taking over Cashcade? There were a lot of people putting their money on Party gaming, and as it turns out, they were completely right to do so. Cashcade are the parent company of several big name Online Bingo websites, which includes the legendary Mr Foxy Bingo and the Queen of Free Bingo, Miss Cheeky. Apparently, 888 pulled out of the deal because they were not willing to pay the huge asking price for Cashcade. Seems no-one was exaggerating, because PartyGaming had to cough up just short of £96Million, to seal the deal. An absolutely incredible amount.

Both Cashcade and PartyGaming are said to be very happy with the deal. But Independent News & Media are probably the most relieved of all. They hold 16% of Cashcade and have been having a few financial problems of late. Without doubt, this deal should be making their money troubles a thing of the past! The Managing Director for Cashcade stated that this had provided a “substantial opportunity” for them, within the Online Bingo Industry. Jim Ryan, the PartyGaming Chief Executive was also very positive about the future. He stated that this had provided the company with “an excellent platform to build a meaningful share of the, one and a half billion dollar, global online Bingo market."

Cashcade were established in 1999, and have achieved a lot since then. Becoming one of the leading Online Bingo operators in the UK. Together, with Party Gaming, they seem destined to dominate. It is estimated that people will be spending around $2.5Billion, playing Online Bingo within the next three years. Almost thirty percent of global figures is accounted for within the UK market. Well above any other country. Seems us Brits just love to play Bingo. Was there ever any doubt?

This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on 25/07/09

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Jackpot Joy - Staying Ahead of the Competition.

By Lisa West on Monday, 27th July 2009

Jackpot Joy have always been big in the world of Online Bingo. However, it seems they just aren’t big enough! It was announced, not so long ago, that Jackpot Joy had dropped their existing advertising agency, and decided to look elsewhere. Of course, there were a lot of agencies hoping to bag this highly lucrative contract. No doubt, prepared to claw each others eyes out in the process! However, in the end, it came down to a head to head between Campbell Lace Beta, and Publicis. It has now been confirmed, Campbell Lace Beta are Jackpot Joy’s new Bingo Marketing Agency.

Campbell Lace Beta were up against some tough competition. But at least that proves, they can handle it! And they will need to… The UK Online Bingo Industry is worth millions. Jackpot Joy alone have paid OUT more than £75Million in prizes over the last twelve months. They were first launched in 2002, and since then, Jackpot Joy have become one of the top sites in the UK. Hordes of players already login regularly to play, but Jackpot Bingo bosses are hoping that Campbell Lace Beta will get them even more. The Online Bingo Industry is fiercely competitive, and even with a already established brand name, like Jackpot Joy, Campbell Lace will have their work cut out.

Campbell Lace are the new kids on the block. They haven’t even been around for a year yet! However, they have already bagged themselves two of the most lucrative contracts around, and up for grabs this year. It was only only a week ago when Thomas Cook were signing them up. In barely time to let the ink dry, they went on to sign with Jackpot Joy. Without doubt, it has been quite a week for Gary Lace and Robert Campbell. The two guys who launched the company. It will be interesting to see what they come up with. Hopefully!
This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on 27/07/09

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Grace Yourselves!

By Lisa West on Wednesday, 29th July 2009

Looks like the sale of Cashcade isn’t going to get in the way of business! Introducing their latest offering, Grace Bingo. This new Bingo website has all the ‘magic ingredients’, that seems essential to success, in the world of Online Bingo. Whether it will make to the heights of Cashcade’s biggest brands, Cheeky and Foxy, we will all have to wait and see. However, it looks like they are definitely in for the penny, and in for the pound!

The design of Graces Bingo is a bit disappointing. You definitely get the feeling you’ve been here before! Very pink, and, I would even go as far to say, boring.. However, it’s not really about how good the wallpaper is, it’s about the BINGO!! So, what exactly is Grace offering their new players right now? Graces Bingo offers Free Bingo, twelve hours a day, every day, from 10.15am. However, they aren’t giving newcomers any Free Bingo cash. You will have to deposit a tenner, to try the site out. However, they will ‘grace’ you with a free £30 bonus.

If anyone decides to deposit again, Graces Bingo will reward them with a 100% deposit, up to a maximum of £150. In addition to that, players give 50% on all reloads after that. So, there’s plenty of Free Bingo games to be had for your money. Not all the new Online Bingo operators have a loyalty scheme, despite the fact they know this keeps the players happy. Seems like there’s no flies on Grace, coz she has already pledged to reward loyal players. There is nothing astounding or wowy about Cascade’s newest addition. It is just a good, all round, Online Bingo site that offers a reasonable range of Bingo and side games. However, if you’ve got a spare tenner, why not give it a go. The bonuses are worth it!

This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on 29/07/09

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Lucky in Love & Bingo?!

By Lisa West on Thursday, 30th July 2009

Gala Bingo has added yet another special guest star celebrity to their hall of fame. Without doubt, they are showing their determination to keep their TV Online Bingo Club ahead of the competition, and always in the limelight. The latest offering is a brand new Online Bingo show called ‘Don’t you just love Friday’. The new show begins on August 7th and Gala are making sure it gets off to a flying start. For the first show they have captivated ‘Love Guru’, Graham Torrington into the presenters chair.

Graham is no stranger to our the British public, or their TV screens. He has been giving people love and lifestyle advice for almost twenty years, and is well known for his popular ITV show, ‘Looking for Love’. Currently, Graham is delivering love advice to the UK on his late night ‘Love Show’, for BBC’s Radio Bristol. For Gala’s TV Online Bingo Club he will be doling out the bingo numbers, as well as love advice. Players will be able to interact with the ‘love’ly Graham, during the Live Bingo Show, via text and email. Looks like this is one premier that won’t soon be forgotten!

Gala Bingo have definitely wooed a hot number this time. Graham Torrington is an award winning presenter. Anyone who tunes into the Gala Bingo TV Games will know, the celebrity shows bring in big audiences for Gala. The new, ‘Don’t you Just Love Friday’, looks set to do the same, with a different guest caller scheduled every week. Some of the UK’s favourite faces being in the line up. As usual, you will find the new show on Sky and Freesat 9channel 861). In addition to being linked via video stream to Gala’s Online Bingo website. Why join in the fun? You never know, maybe you’ll get lucky in love and money!!!
This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on 30/07/09

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It's a Big Bright Bingoday for Girls!

By Lisa West on Saturday, 1st August 2009

Bingoday first launched into the world of Online Bingo in 2006. Earlier this year, they re-launched a new site using the popular ‘Playtech’ Software. If you haven’t tried out the new site yet, right now they will give you a 200% Bonus on your first deposit. You can make a minimum £10 deposit, but you won’t be getting any bonuses! To qualify for the 200%, a minimum deposit of £20 must be made. That is quite high, compared to a lot of sites, but the big, progressive jackpot Bingo Games are just to much to pass up!

Bingoday also give players 25% on reloads, up to a maximum of £100. Players who were registered for the old site will have to sign up again. However, that’s not so bad because there’s plenty of bonuses available for your trouble. Bingoday has always been a popular Online Bingo website, so this offer probably won’t stay around for long. Without doubt, if are thinking about giving them a try, now’s probably the time.

One thing that really stands out about Bingoday, is the design. It just oozes the feeling of ‘girlie community having fun’, but in a very sophisticated way! The promotions and prizes are geared to girlies, like spa treatments and shopping trips. So there’s loads of great prizes on offer. Chatrooms are 24/7, and there are always a few ‘little extras’ on offer here. They have four versions of the 75 and 90Ball Bingo Games on offer, and tickets start at 2p. Bargain!

Another thing that’s good about Bingoday? It makes a very pleasant change to see something a little different! I don’t know how many of these ‘so called’, ‘new’ Bingo websites are mirror copies of the last one, that operator launched. But it’s too many…. With all the money these guys are raking in, you’d think they’d make a bit more effort to keep their players happy. It’s little more than we deserve!
This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on 01/08/09

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Jack Looks Set to take the Bingo World by Storm.

By Lisa West on Friday, 31st July 2009

Wow! Looks like the UK Bingo Halls have another problem on their hands. Introducing, Jacks Live Bingo! A seriously cool, live, interactive Online Bingo website. It’s new, it’s innovative, and it looks like it’s going to be a BIG hit. Jacks Live Bingo is the only Online Bingo website of it’s kind, in the world. And now, it’s available in the UK. From 9am in the morning, until 1am, in the early hours, you can enjoy LIVE Bingo, seven days a week, without having to leave your living room.

Join Jacks Live Bingo and they will give you a 100% cash match bonus on your first deposit. Once you do that, the Bingo world is your oyster! Players from both sides of the globe are already logging in to this highly innovative Online Bingo Hall. The Bingo Callers can chat with players, via a live video stream, and you even get a big ‘Hello’, when you join in. You wouldn’t get that at your local Bingo Hall!! This is a seriously virtual Bingo World, where you can enjoy all the banter and all the atmosphere of your local Bingo Hall, but online.

Tickets are available from just 1p, which is absolutely incredible, given how top notch the site is. You wouldn’t get them prices at your local Bingo Hall either! Each of the callers are online for an hour, which keeps the games fresh, and the atmosphere buzzing. Plus, the promotions just keep on coming a Jack’s place. They include Free Bingo, special Chat Games, Team Bingo and even the good ole ‘Family Fortunes’ is on offer here. So far, the response to this new Online Bingo gaming experience has been phenomenal, and there are a lot of good reasons why that is. This is one new Online Bingo website that looks set to take the entire Bingo world by storm.
This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on 31/07/09

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Viva Mexico! It's as Easy as ABC

By Lisa West on Monday, 3rd August 2009

Fancy a cruise on the Mexican Riviera? Who wouldn’t!? Well, you’d better get down to ABC Bingo, before August 25th. If you haven’t signed up yet, right now you can get twenty Free Bingo Games, without having to spend a penny.. (although you might feel the urge with all the excitement going on - lol!) The cruise includes flights and seven nights on the Carnival Cruise Line's SPLENDOR. All meals are included, travel expenses and entertainment. This is an absolutely incredible prize for one lucky player out there.

The winner is chosen by a prize draw, and players earn entry to the draw by playing Bingo and referring friends. At ABC Bingo, the minimum deposit is £5, but you do not need to hand over any cash to receive the twenty Free Bingo Games. On your first deposit, they will give you a 100% cash match bonus, up to £100. In addition, they are giving all their newly registered players a 50% bonus on reloads, between twenty and one hundred pounds. That’s a lot of Free Bingo Games available, on a permanent basis.

ABC Bingo have been around a while now, since 2006 in fact. They are not one of the big Jackpot Bingo websites, but they are a good place for Prize Bingo. All sorts of gadgets and goodies up for grabs in their weekly and monthly promotions. The Mexican Bingo cruise promotion ends on August 25th. However, they're sure to come up with something just as exciting next month! There’s also European flights up for grabs, and a £500 Summer Sun holiday every other Thursday. At the minute, it’s all about getting some ‘fun in the sun’ with ABC Bingo, and Bingo of course! So, get along to ABC now, and you could be cruising the Mexican Riviera and playing Bingo at the same time. How’s that for the best of both worlds?
This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on 03/08/09

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Who's The Big Bad Fox? Not Foxy!

By Lisa West on Monday, 10th August 2009

It really is a FREE Bingo fest online right now! Players can now play 24hrs a day, seven days a week without parting with a penny. In fact, at the new Foxy Zero site there is a free game played every three minutes! The newly launched Foxy Zero is the little sister of the Fox himself and as you can probably guess, it is so named because it will cost you zero, zilch to play there. Foxy Zero is the latest offering from the Cashcade group, and you may have seen the adverts already. The publicity is a good indication of just how smart the Fox is, and he’s definitely been a busy guy of late!

The new site has free and paid games available. The 90ball “Free as a Bird” room is open 24hrs a day. The “Free-ky” Bingo room palys the 75ball game and opens it’s doors at 6am. The Jackpots vary, a few pounds at the moment, but it does seem to be going up swiftly! Registered players at Foxy Bingo can use the same login at the Foxy Zero website. If you are new, you will need to register a bank card, even to play the free games.

The paid to play rooms have tickets going for as little as 2p. There are two permanent 90ball bingo rooms with 5p and 10p ticket games. The minimum deposit is £10, and Foxy (being the ever generous guy he is) will give you a 200% first deposit bonus. Right up to £200!! On top of that, he will give you a 50% cash match on every reload, for ever! The Jackpots are bigger in the pay to play rooms, and there is a £500 Jackpot, 5p game played every day - The Foxylicious 500! The Friday Phenomenon has a £2500 prize and the game begins at 9pm. Tickets are just 25p! Register top and as Foxt says “ you play, we pay”!!!

This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on 10/08/09

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New Free Bingo Site Launched - Priceless!?

By Lisa West on Tuesday, 4th August 2009

Looks like Online Bingo is becoming a freebie haven, with yet another free-play site just launched in the UK. Priceless Bingo is the new addition to the clan, and I have to say, I was intrigued, so I had to give it a whirl! Off to a good start, with a quick sign up, £5 in Bingo Bonus money, and NO CREDIT CARD required. Just validate your email, which comes through in less than a minute, and you’re away!

You can play the games with your bonus money, not just the 90 and 80ball bingo games on offer. Priceless Bingo have provided an interesting selection of side games; Keno, Roulette, Hi or Lo, Instants, and even a natty little penalty shoot out game. The site is new, so even though it’s free, the Bingo rooms aren’t bursting at the seems…yet. Probably why I even had I win!!! But soon lost it on the Roulette (am a sucker every time…. Lol)

There is one Free Bingo room at Priceless Bingo, and it’s open 10hrs a day, Monday to Sunday. However, to try this out, you must register a credit card, although it won’t be charged and you do receive another £5 in Bingo Bonus Money for the trouble. Every player receives 12 free cards, and has the option to buy another 12.

If you want to withdraw any winnings, the minimum amount is £50. Plus, with winnings from the free games, there are various rules and regulations, with regards to depositing, as to whether you can withdraw any cash at all. Priceless Bingo are offering a 600% cash match Bonus on the first three deposits, and 250% on reloads. This is a promising new Online Bingo website, and the bonuses etc are all good. However, the criteria for withdraws is, shall we say, a little complex. Make sure you understand them before depositing loads of cash in hot pursuit of that 600% bonus.
This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on 04/08/09

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It's not the winning that REALLY counts.....

By Lisa West on Thursday, 6th August 2009

With all the recent ooos and aaahhhhs going on in the Online Bingo Industry just lately, the battle to stay on top has become a rigorous one. Long gone are the days when a good old fashioned ‘sign up war’ was enough to sort the men from the boys! Today, papa has to find himself a new bag. However, for the players, all this competition can only mean good news. 888ladies have had their fair share of ‘pats on the back’, from the industry, of late. With a decent assortment of awards being sent their way. And for 888ladies, this seems like just the incentive they needed.

In a new drive, to make sure they don’t just fade away into the land of ‘been there, done that’, 888Ladies have now added another 17 new Instants to their line up. This is a very popular side game with regular 888Ladies players. So there’s little doubt, this latest move is an endeavour to keep their players happy, and not looking elsewhere. Tombola Bingo have also claimed a fair share of the limelight just lately. Now, official wearers of the ‘Most Players’ crown ( and revelling in it right now!). Not to be out-shined, Foxy have also added another 20 new Bingo rooms, (even though they already had forty), giving them the ‘Most Rooms’ title. Without doubt, it looks like new tactics are in play!

Today, players have so much variety on offer, and a generous sign up package is virtually mandatory these days. Together, they make it very tempting (and easy) for players to try out new territory. Especially if their regular haunt happens to be a bit lacking of late. So, it looks like the top brand Online Bingo operators are going all out to make sure that doesn’t happen. In the long run, that will allow Bingo communities to build a more solid foundation, and develop the way they should. Ultimately, it’s down to the Online Bingo operators to keep things fresh, if they want to keep their players coming back for more. Not rest on their laurels, so to speak… let’s hope that the positive drive continues. It’s always so much more exciting than complacency!

This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on 06/08/09

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You Lucky Swine!!

By Lisa West on Wednesday, 5th August 2009

It was a double bubble for ‘Swine Flu’ last week, with two big Bingo winners having to hold off collecting their prizes, due to being struck down with the virus. Eighteen year old Sam Davies couldn’t collect her nice new, shiny Fiat Panda, from the Sun Bingo, due being quarantined. However, even when Sam is finally allowed out, she still won’t be driving the car home. Because she hasn’t even passed her test yet!!

The new Fiat Panda is just one of a hundred up for grabs in a Sun Bingo special promotion, which will run up until September 27th. To qualify, players must spend £2 a day on the Sun Bingo Games, or £10 on slots, for a single entry into the weekly draw (guess unemployed Sam invested her money in the right place after all). Apparently, even Sam couldn’t believe she’d got that lucky.

Twenty eight year old Kevin Packer, a carpenter from Surrey, actually has a lot to thank the Swine Flu for! When ordered by the doctor to stay home, Kevin thought he might as well kill some time and have a browse on the internet. Through crazy circumstance and just sheer good luck (apart from a dose of the flu!), Kevin is now £100,000 richer, after placing a free bet at the William Hill casino portal. As Kevin says himself, he must be the “luckiest flu victim in the world”!

Kevin won playing the progressive Jackpots at William Hill. He says he’s not a gambler, and it just seemed a good way to pass the time. Wow! Bet he’s glad he clicked that flashy banner now. Online Bingo players, at the William Hill gaming portal, can also play slots, instants, scratch cards, and a whole assortment of exciting side games. Big money Jackpot payouts are regular, with William Hill claiming they pay out around £750,000 month just on the slot games! However, you might need to have Swine Flu, in order to be eligible for some luck…lol!

This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on 05/07/09

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Rock Steady and Ready Astro!

By Lisa West on Friday, 7th August 2009

Astro Bingo is one of those sites that just keeps things simple, and the promotions coming. No flashy publicity, not even publicity about the publicity! Nor do they keep swapping things round, like they have a habit of doing at the supermarket. While the other Online operators are revamping, regurgitating and dressing it up, Astro Bingo just keep smoothing along there. No titles, no awards, just a reliable work horse that never lets you down. Apart from on one thing, the free, no deposit, sign up bonus. Well, a bit anyway!

Okay, so they give you £10 of free Bonus Money when you register, with no credit card needed. However, when you sign in, they let you know, unless you deposit, you’ll NEVER be able to withdraw the winnings. It’s not that I’m adverse to the idea, so much, it’s the fact that it wasn’t made clear until after I had registered. It’s not like you’re playing for £100,000, and will have to live with the torturous memory of what might have been, if you win! The Jackpots for the regular games are usually less than £15.

The £10 just gives you an opportunity to test drive the games. There are several bingo rooms, with various offers on, like buy 4 get 2 free. They also have a Free Bingo room, with a Jackpot prize of 1p…. Ummm…nothing too exciting going on there! However, Astro Bingo do have a long list of promotions going on, and that’s ALL the time. Not just now and again when the numbers start dropping off! For that reason, it’s a good Online Bingo website for the dedicated Bingo players among you. There are a lot of rewards and bonuses around for regular players, and they don’t keep changing all the time. So, you’ll always know where you stand with Astro Bingo (apart from the sign up bonus .. Lol)

This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on 07/08/09

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More Options at Chit Chat Bingo

By Lisa West on Saturday, 8th August 2009

Finally, St Minver have cut an all essential deal with Paypal, which means players can now use it to top up their Online Bingo accounts. St Minver have a whole network of sites, which includes Littlewoods, love Bingo and Bingo Joy. Apparently, it won’t be long before their main site, Chit Chat Bingo will have the new payment facility available, a matter of days even. With the others in the network following close behind, over the new month or so.

Despite the fact that around 23Million people use Paypal in the UK, you may have noticed how Paypal isn’t one of the more available ‘alternative’ payment options available, when it come’s to UK Online Bingo websites that is. Many of those who already use the service began their accounts when they signed up for eBay. The connection? Paypal is owned by eBay!

Paypal have been known to be fairly picky, when it comes to which Bingo Operators they will allow to use their service. St Minver recently bought world lottery operator Gtech. This might well be why, only now, they have actually been given the go ahead. Any which way, without doubt, it’s certain to work out in everyone’s interest. Chit Chat Bingo do not require a credit card to register, and give new players a £1 Free bonus to get them off the mark. No deposit required. With the new Paypal facility, depositing at Chit Chat has just gotten really easy for players without credit cards.

They offer a 100% cash match Bonus on first deposits, from £10 to £125 and 50% on the second deposit; up to £65. Chit Chat Bingo are not big on Free Bingo, but they are big on Progressive Jackpots and promotions. They also have penny bingo on Wednesday and lots of new side games have just been thrown into the mix. If the deposit options have put you off in the past, maybe the new addition of Paypal, and the generous welcome bonuses, just might make it worth reconsidering!

This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on 08/08/09

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New deal for Gala Coral

By Lisa West on Sunday, 9th August 2009

Gaming Technology Solutions have been signed up by Gala Coral, to try and help the company improve its portfolio. Gaming Technology provide solutions for Online Gaming Operators throughout Europe. The GTS software, EdGE, will be integrated into Gala Coral’s current platform. This means several of Gala Coral’s current gaming websites, which includes Gala Bingo, will have a selection of new games on offer.

GTS claim that the EdGE Platform will be cost effective for Gala Coral, and should mean that the games are easier to manage. Without doubt, amidst all the rumours with regards to the finances of Gala Coral, cost effective should be highly appealing to the company. Gala Bingo are among the big brand names of the UK Online Bingo Industry. Of course, they still have land based clubs, although, not as many as they used to. Over the last twelve months, it seems Gala Bingo have made nothing short of a determined effort, to reduce their land based operations. Concentrating on their TV and Online Bingo endeavours, with gusto!

According to certain media sources, Gala Coral are nursing debts, which range around the £2.5Billion mark. The joint owners of Gala Coral have already pumped a £100Million into the company, in an attempt to install some financial stability. However, it is reported that they cannot, or won’t, be throwing any more into the kitty. Also, the Royal bank of Scotland, Gala Coral’s chief lender, have ordered the sale of certain sectors of the business, in an attempt to balance the books. An allegation that has been denied by the group itself.

Gala Bingo has certainly been receiving a big promotional push just recently, especially the Gala TV Online Bingo club. All sorts of re-organising and big names being brought in, to hook the interest of Online players. Who knows? Maybe the side shuffle, into the world of celebrities, will be exactly what Gala Bingo needs. After all, a bit of the old ‘magic’ celebrity dust never did anyone any harm!

This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on 09/08/09

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Ladbrokes Join Gibraltar Exodus

By Lisa West on Tuesday, 11th August 2009

As can only be expected, Ladbrokes have decided to take their custom elsewhere, as are their big rivals William Hill. The tax hike from the government was supposed to be a way to get more revenue into the treasury, and whether that be ‘fair play’ or not, the government brought it in anyway. As it turns out, it looks like that decision is actually going to cost the treasury millions, not bring in more. Offshore operators, do not have to pay the sky high 22% tax rate, for their online gambling operations. PartyGaming and 32Red already operate from Gibraltar, and low taxation is the primary reason for that. Hence, two of the biggest gambling operators in the UK have also decided to put their fortunes there.

Ladbrokes run over two thousand betting offices throughout the UK, and have reported losses and poor profit margins hitting their business, since the recession. Figures show a downturn of almost 4% on revenue in the first six months of this year. If they excluded their high rollers, and just took into account their every day betting figures, that reduction would be more than 25%.

The move should save Ladbrokes, who are now brand leaders for Online Bingo, in excess of £7million. Since Ladbrokes made the announcement, that they would be moving offshore, shares have risen more than 2%. Looks like the shareholders and investors will be happier than the treasury! In stark contrast to the millions the treasury will now be out of pocket, very few, only a handful, of UK jobs will be lost. The world chief exec of Ladbrokes stated that “competitive pressures” were becoming “intense”, and that running operations in the UK had now become “unsustainable”. Ladbrokes already has various sectors of it’s online betting operating from Gibraltar. The move is planned for the end of the year.

This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on 11/08/09

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Is Free Play Bingo Here to Stay?

By Lisa West on Wednesday, 12th August 2009

Data released by an online bingo monitoring website has revealed some astonishing figures, with regards to how many players have shifted to free play Bingo websites. Of course, the economy is sure to have a lot to do with that! Today, many of the pay to play sites are opening free play Bingo rooms. For instance, Foxy Zero, Cheeky Bingo, Costa and Posh. The data indicates that the current trend could potentially cause a significant reduction in player loyalty, for the big brand name Bingo websites.

The figures show, during July, around a third of online players play at the free bingo websites. That’s a raise of 3% in the last six months. Without doubt, the free rooms offer players the opportunity to have some fun, without having to pay for it, which definitely makes a nice change in this day and age! What the impact will be, on the pay to play sites, in the long term is unclear. This may just be a phase. After all, the jackpots are usually just a few pounds, and many players like to play for big money. So, it seems probable that pay to play sites, offering big jackpot prizes, shouldn’t be affected too much.

The big question is, what exactly do the free bingo websites have to gain? Running a website isn’t cheap. The competition is building, and I can’t help wondering, where will it all end? Or when! Of course, ultimately, the operators must be banking on the assumption that these free players will, eventually, deposit cash and join in with the pay to play games. At the end of the day, the free play games are fun, and if players are a bit stretched for cash, there’s no need to miss out on their favourite game. However, in the long term? Well, we will all have to just wait and see!

This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on Free Bingo!

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Free Bingo? It's Priceless!

By Lisa West on Thursday, 13th August 2009

Priceless Bingo is exactly that! You won’t have to part with a penny to play here…not unless you want to of course! Looks like things are going to get even hotter, with yet another free bingo site being added to the mix. The new Priceless Bingo has been launched using one of the UK’s leading software providers, Cosy Games. The same software used by Bingo Playground, who recently won ‘Site of the Year 2008’. Right now, it doesn’t look like they will be giving cheeky or Costa too much to get fluffy under the collar about, but it’s early days yet.

At the moment, Priceless Bingo has one free bingo room, which is open seven days a week, for ten hours a day. It offers the 90Ball Bingo game with cash prizes of up to £25. Players can have up to twelve free cards each game, and can also opt to buy another twelve at 10p each. So, I guess, that means their only free bingo room isn’t actually, entirely, free after all!!

Register without a credit card and Priceless will give you a free fiver. Register your card and they’ll give you another fiver. Players can use their bonus money to play any of the side games, and enter the 80ball and 90ball pay to play bingo rooms. Tickets here are 10p and you must buy between two and six tickets. However, on the bright side, it’s buy two and get one free in the 80ball room and buy three get two free in the 90ball room.

To play for free, players must make a deposit. However, they are giving a 600% bonus on the first 3 deposits, and another 250% on reloads. Not only can depositing players enter the free bingo room, they can also take advantage of all the promotions. Including the big, £5000 jackpot game on a Friday night. With such huge deposit bonuses up for grabs, and the free £10 to get you started, Priceless Bingo has to be worth splashing the cash. Well, a little bit at least!

This was an article by lisa for bingo faces on Priceless Bingo

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Bumper Weekends At Ladbrokes Bingo!

By Lisa West on Friday, 14th August 2009

Yet another free bingo bonanza! But this time, it’s Ladbrokes Bingo who are treating their players to some free bingo fun. Maybe it’s the 7million they're expecting to save on taxes, that's making them feel so generous right now. But who cares! It's all good for players. The new promotion runs from Friday night, until Monday, and it starts tonight. The promotions ends on September 7th. The free bingo games begin at 11pm in the Snug Bingo Room, and last for a couple of hours. It’s a 75ball game, so it’s going to be fast and furious all the way! In actual fact, not every game is free, it’s every other game. However, there are prize pools of up to £40, so there’s plenty of cash up for grabs.

If you are a regular player at Ladbrokes Bingo, the free games can only be a bonus. Especially, on top of all the other great promotions on offer. Plus, with the late night slot, these games are sure to be less crowded, in comparison to many of the other free bingo sites. For example, Cheeky and Costa Bingo. A lot of the time, you’ve got more than 200 players all looking to score themselves a £1!!! Not exactly the freebie bonanza a most of us have in mind!

The Snug Bingo Room is a good place to be at the weekends. Another great Ladbrokes Bingo promo held here, is ‘Lazy Sunday’. Without doubt, as they say, Sunday’s are all about “taking it easy”, and in the Snug room, from 11am until 3pm that’s exactly what you can do. No-one ver has to get hot and bothered about getting a full house with Lazy Sunday. Because players win the same money, whether they get a full house or just one line. How chilled is that? At Ladbrokes Bingo you only have to deposit and play £5 to get a very tasty £20 bonus. With all the weekend promotions going on right now, that means, for just a fiver, you can have a bumper weekend of fun!

This was an article by Lisa about Ladbrokes Bingo

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Sun Bingo No1 Advertiser

By Lisa West on Saturday, 15th August 2009

Latest figures show that Online Bingo is a billion dollar industry worldwide, worth hundreds of millions in the UK alone. A lot of effort is spent on advertising, you only have to take a look a the TV Advert war to see that. Among the big brand names right now, they even have publicity about their publicity! With new Bingo websites being launched at the time, plus the latest onslaught of Free Bingo, the competition is no laughing matter! If these companies want to stay ahead, they have to find a way to attract new members, and, of course, keep them loyal. Without doubt, these companies are spending a lot on marketing, but have you ever wondered exactly how much?

To stay ahead, they need to keep players coming back, and a lot of that will be down to good promotions and good games, jackpots, rewards. However, in the first instance, effective advertising is the only way to get them registered in the first place. Global consumer, product and research company, Mintel, recently looked into how much was being spent on marketing by the Online Bingo portals. The figures are incredible. Cashcade, William Hill, Gala and Sun Bingo were the top four spenders. Between them, they spent £10Million last year. The overall No1 is The Sun Bingo, who spent £3.2 Million. Close behind them were Cashcade, who spent £3Million. Gala Bingo came out third, spending £2.3Million, and the least spent by the top four was £1.6Million, by William Hill. The top four together, spent twice as much as the other 20, top Online Bingo websites researched.

What is surprising, when you look at the figures, is that other big brand name companies, like Party Gaming and Think, spent less than £1Million. In comparison, a relatively small amount. Mecca Bingo was even lower, only shelling out just over £340,000 on marketing. The research by Mintel stated that this was “an indication” of the recent power shifts among the Bingo Operators. Concluding that those top four big brands accounted for “67% of main media spending”.

This was an article by Lisa on Sun Bingo Marketing

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Seize The Summer & The Steps to Stardom with The Sun Bingo!

By Lisa West on Monday, 17th August 2009

There seems little doubt that The Sun Bingo is the No1 marketing ‘big spender’ among all the top Online Bingo operators. Because everywhere you look, there’s a commercial break about the Sun Bingo! You couldn’t have missed their big ‘Seize The Summer’ promo, which is giving away 100 Fiat Panda Cars. There’s already been lots of lucky winners, and if you haven’t joined in yet, why not? This promotion ends on September 27th. So, there’s still plenty of time, and plenty more cars up for grabs. The Sun Bingo do not give any free welcome bonuses, you will need to make a deposit. However, you will get a 100% bonus on the first deposit, up to a maximum of £100.

All players have to do, to enter the ‘Seize The Summer’ promotion, is spend £2 on Bingo tickets, or, £10 on the instants win games. By depositing of £10, players are given another entry into the draw. The Sun Bingo have also started a new promotion, ‘Steps to Stardom’. It is based on the X Factor series and looks like a lot of fun. This is one promo that is definitely going to be a big hit! It’s a 15 line slot game with some curious characters featured - although not the most curious one of them all, and that is, Mr Simon Cowell himself!! The slot game features some excellent bonus rounds and multipliers, with plenty of cash jackpots to be won. Just like any other slot. However, the game has a fun twist. To win the big money, you have to sing your heart out honey! Do that, and you will win 10 THOUSAND TIMES your original bet! Awesome. Just think, you could deposit just £10, spend £10 on this great slot game, and you will get two chances to win a brand new Fiat Panda, PLUS a shot at the Steps to Stardom! Sound’s like a lot of fun for a tenner to me!

This was an article by Lisa on the Sun Bingo promotions

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Play For A Penny, Win A £1000 at Little Big Bingo

By Lisa West on Sunday, 16th August 2009

While on the subject of advertising! The recently re-launched, Cashcade gaming site, Little Big Bingo has just released new publicity, about it’s latest up and coming publicity! It seems all the rage these days… Then I guess, when the operators are forking out seriously big money on marketing, they need to get the most out of it! There are four new TV adverts are due to be aired throughout August and September, and last 10seconds each - no wonder they have to stretch the ‘usage’ a bit!

All the new adverts feature Little Big’s all important one penny coin, their ‘virtual’ logo. The little Big Bingo motto is ‘Play for a Penny, Win Pounds”. With 1p Bingo Games, offering up to £1000 in guaranteed prize pots, never a truer word was spoken! The adverts are clever, simple and very to the point. They concentrate on Little Big main pulling power, and that’s exactly what the motto says!

The Cashcade group have been very clever with the re-launch of Little Big Bingo. The penny market is a lucrative one. By launching Foxy Zero as a Free Play site, and now Little Big Bingo, Cashcade have made themselves several strong footholds, across the Online Bingo community. In fact, by keeping the Think Bingo Cosy players intact, they propelled Little Big Bingo straight into the Online Bingo community, throwing cheap games in it’s wake! That surely has to be a recipe for success. New adverts or no!

There is no welcome bonus at Little Big Bingo, or free Bingo. Players previously registered with Think Bingo Cosy do not need to re-register. The minimum deposit is £10, and the first deposit bonus is 200%. Not bad at all, when the maximum ticket price is only 5p! With 1p and 2p pre-buy games available, there’s no need to miss out on the opportunity to ‘Play for a Penny, Win Pounds’!!!

This was an article by Lisa on Little Big Bingo

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Get Socially Interactive with Wink Bingo

By Lisa West on Tuesday, 18th August 2009

Wink Bingo have not been around, on the Online Bingo circuit, for long. In comparison to many of their leading competitors, that is. Relatively speaking, they have been quick off the mark to establish themselves up there, with the big boys. Proven, as not an operators to let the moss grow under their feet, or dismiss opportunity! They have just as swift as keeping up with the Jones’, and launched themselves into the social networking scene. Recently, a Twitter link was added to the home page. Now, loyal players just have to add the Wink Bingo link to their Twitter list, to follow all their latest promotions.

A lot of people have since made use of the facility, but not all players Twitter! So, not to leave anyone out, Wink Bingo have now gone one step further and set up a Facebook Fan Page. Facebook is among the world’s leading Social networking websites. It is completely interactive, offering a tonne of community features and shareware applications for members. Players don’t have to be a member at face book to access the Wink Fan Page. However, there are some great incentives to join up! Including a free Bingo ticket, and a trivia competition to win 10 tickets for the up and coming, ‘Big O’, £25.000 Guaranteed Jackpot game.

Wink Bingo has a good following of loyal players, and have some great promotions going on. Including Free and 1p Bingo! The Free Bingo starts at 6pm, in the 90Ball Free & Easy room, and the 75Ball Birthday Suit room. The games are on for 2hrs, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. Wednesday, Friday and Saturday is 1p Bingo time! The games start in the Pennies From heaven Room at 8pm, and run through to 10pm. New players are given a £15 no deposit welcome bonus. Make a minimum initial deposit of £5, and they get a 200% bonus, up to a maximum of £100. On top of that, Wink also give players 50% on all reloads. All in all, definitely worth trying out a bit of social networking!

This was an article by Lisa on Wink bingo Networking

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Foxy Bingo Fever!

By Lisa West on Thursday, 20th August 2009

Foxy Bingo has been around 4years now, and has become one of the leading Online Bingo websites in the UK. Without doubt, Mr Foxy oozes character, and you can’t help but get a load of that ‘funky stuff’ going on around him. The web design is inviting and is enough to bring a smile to anyone’s face, even Miserable Mildred from No 42! His new little brother, Foxy Zero, might have been grabbing the limelight just lately, flashing around his free tickets and all that ;) but he’s going to have to go a long way to fill the boots of big bro!

Foxy Bingo has some seriously big guaranteed and progressive Jackpots games on offer, and on a regular basis too. There’s no free welcome bonus money, but then the Fox is a man that doesn’t have to give it away for free! New players do have to deposit £10 to register. However, to ensure they feel welcome, Foxy Bingo will match the first deposit 100%, right up to £150. That’s guaranteed to get the ‘Love Thing’ going right from the off! Generosity is just so very attractive!

Foxy Bingo have an incredible 40 Bingo Rooms available, with tickets from as little as 5p. He’s got the 75Ball and the 90Ball bingo games on offer, and a whole load of other great promotions and instant win games besides! There are thousands of BP’s up for grabs in the chat games and tourney events, where you’ll find the players friendly and just as eager to line their pockets as you! Foxy Bingo also rewards loyal players well, and there is even a membership scheme for the ‘Very Important Roomies’ - AKA VIR’s! They get treated with lots of extra special Bingo Promotions and bonuses. The higher you go the more you get! You can tell why so many players are getting the Foxy Bingo Fever!

This was an article by Lisa on Foxy Bingo

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Scratch that Bingo Itch with The Daily Mail!

By Lisa West on Friday, 21st August 2009

The Daily Mail Bingo use the St Minver software platform which is actually powered by Parlay Bingo. Curiously, although many of the St Minver websites tend to be all too similar, the Daily Mail site has managed to keep a bit of individuality. If you fancy giving their Bingo Games a twirl, they will give you 10 free cards. It seems just enough to test the water. However, there are a lot of players who would like to see that offer being a little more generous! They are certainly more generous with their first deposit bonus. New players get a 100% cash match bonus, on anything from the minimum deposit of £10, right up to £125. That’s a lot of free Bingo, by any standards.

One of the things that stands out about the Daily Mail Bingo website, are the chat rooms. This website has a lot of regular players, so the chat is amazingly friendly. Everyone is there to have a good time, as well as maybe winning some cash playing their favourite game. To help the newbies to Bingo find their feet, Daily Mail Bingo have even supplied a handy ‘Bingo Lingo’ section, which has all the latest and most popular chat terms going. No need for anyone to miss out on the Mail’s buzzing Bingo community!

The Daily Mail Bingo website has a lot to offer their players. So much so, you might want to invite your friends along. Do that, and your Bingo Buddy can enjoy a double helping of free ‘try out’ tickets. Plus, they’ll give you a free fiver on top. Well worth spreading the word me thinks! Wednesdays, you can treat yourself to some fab 1p Bingo, from 6am in the morning, right up until midnight. Every day, just for logging in, Daily Mail Bingo will treat you to a free scratch card, and you could win £100. So, if you’ve got a bit of Bingo itch, why not just go and scratch it!!!

This was an article by Lisa on Daily Mail Bingo

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Paid Players Rewarded With Exclusive Games at Costa Bingo

By Lisa West on Sunday, 23rd August 2009

When Costa Bingo was launched a while back, there was little doubt that this was going to be a successful free play site. One of the first of those dedicated to free bingo, that was launched by the major bingo operators. Until then, players did have access to free games, but the majority of the time, there was little about these free play Bingo sites to keep people coming back. Most often, it would be a matter of playing and winning 400 times a day for the possibility of winning a packet of chewing gum at the end of the month!

Since the launch of Cheeky and Costa, many of the major operator have followed suit. Only recently Cashcade launched Foxy Zero. Now, many of the pay to play sites are changing tack. Either, extending the free promotional games they have in place, or taking steps to put them in place. So, everything looks rosy in the free bingo garden at the moment. Doesn’t it? Without doubt, the free players are quite content getting their money for nothing and their kicks for free.. What’s not to like! But the bottom line? The money to run the free play sites, advertising, prizes etc has to come from somewhere.

Word on the grapevine is, there’s already a bit of rethinking going on…. And it looks like Costa Bingo are first off the mark. They have just introduced a great new tiered, exclusive membership system. After all, while the free bingo players are getting lots of treats passing their way, what are the paying players getting? Now, at Costa Bingo, paying players get the chance to enter guaranteed prize pot games of up to £50. The more a player deposits, the more exclusive games they can enter.

Costa Bingo have been swift to deal with the current ‘glitch in the system’. Rewarding player loyalty counts, and this should help to make things a bit more favourable for depositing players. Gold players have access to twelve exclusive games a day, and of course, these games are not packed out like the free play games. This scheme definitely stacks the odds in favour of paying players. Always nice to see!

This was an article written by lisa for bingo faces on costa Bingo

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Free Play Phenomenon - Destined For A Fall?

By Lisa West on Monday, 24th August 2009

When Cheeky Bingo arrived, players simply couldn’t believe their luck! Finally, a free bingo website that actually offered real cash prizes. Not just a fluffy teddy bear after 6months of winning jackpots! Combining free games with paid games has become a big hit. However, it does seem to be more of a hit for free players, in comparison to depositing members. In fact, the stats are implying, a third of players are now logging into the free play websites on a regular basis.

This creates several problems for the operators. The cash pots are a percentage of the money wagered in the paid games. So, the money from the paid player pots is being dwindled by the free games. That mean’s they are going to be upsetting their paying players, and without them? If the operators take the slack themselves, it will dig into revenue. Which means, they will have all the expenses of running the site, advertising, PLUS have to part with more of their precious coffers for prize money. Either way, free bingo will be draining someone’s pockets!

This, in turn creates another problem. The paying players are getting less for their money. Now, we are also seeing a raise in stakes, as the big boys battle it out for a top position. In a matter of months, the cash pots have quadrupled and more! Players can even find free games around, with hundreds of pounds in prize money up for grabs. Ultimately, it all begs a couple of questions. Where is it all going? And, what is it actually achieving? Are free games simply providing a slippery slope to no-man’s land? If the players stop depositing, how will the operators actually make any money? Sooner or later, something will have to give, or be taken away! Nevertheless, players may as well enjoy the offer…. While it lasts!!!

This was an article by lisa for bingo faces on free bingo

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Players Asked To Sign Online Bingo Petition

By Lisa West on Thursday, 27th August 2009

Since the government raised the taxes for Bingo from 15% to 22%, things have gone from bad to worse for many UK Bingo Operators. There have been protests and petitions, however, nothing seems to have been able to dissuade the government to date. Nevertheless, neither the Bingo industry or the players are quite ready to give it up just yet.

Only a short while ago, John Hayes, a MP for the Conservative party stated that he would be doing his utmost to try and convince the government to reverse it’s decision. Even if the government does decide to reduce the current rate, it still might not be enough to save some of the Bingo Halls. It may just be too little, too late.

Romsey Liberal MP, Sandra Gidley has set up an online petition, protesting against the governments recent tax hike. Of course, she has made a point of calling upon the people of Romley to sign the petition. To date, over 2.500 people have done just that. Everyone is invited to sign, it is not exclusive to the people of Romley. It only takes a minute. You will find it here: http://petitions.number10.gov.uk/Bingoplayers/ - and without doubt, the Bingo Halls need all the support they can get right now.

When local Bingo Halls are forced to close down, people lose their jobs, as well as a central meeting point for the community. As Gidley pointed out, the “government killjoys just don't seem to understand the threat” the Bingo operators are under”. So, it looks like it’s going to be up to the players, to make them understand!

Another Liberal MP, John Barrett, for Edinburgh West, has also given his support, and signed the petition. He also believes that the tax raise will finish off many of the Bingo Halls who are already struggling to keep out of the red. Barrett recently stated in an interview with a local paper, that the government were using Bingo operators as a “cash cow”. However, as Barrett realises, rather than bringing in revenue, it is just creating “more gaps in high streets."

This is an article by Lisa for Bingofaces on the Bingo Petition

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Online Bingo Operators Facing A New Problem?

By Lisa West on Saturday, 29th August 2009

This time it is the online Bingo Operators who are going to have to ride the wave of change. I’m sure that will make a refreshing change for the land based Bingo Hall operators, to see the “others” getting some flack! A new security move by Mastercard could have a significant backlash on the Online operators. Mastercard are introducing a new state of the art online secure payment system, to be known as Secure 3D. The new verification system is not just something that will be required for Bingo websites, it will be required to complete many online transactions, for various services and purchases.

The new Secure 3D is a “secure code verification” system, which cardholders will have to join up for the “Mastercard Secure Code Service”. If they don’t, their transactions will be refused. The system is not complicated, similar to having a ’chip and pin’, just online. Effectively, it is a password. Now, that all seems innocent enough, and easy enough too. However!! Where the Mastercard plan becomes less than masterful, is that not all the banks have agreed to go along with the scheme. This means, if your bank is one of them, you have two choices. Abandon Online Bingo, or abandon your bank! Lol! Without doubt, this could cause a major ‘glitch in the program’ for online operators.

Of course, it’s not expected that people will abandon Online Bingo, most will go find a bank that has joined up. However, that could take time, and so it looks like it, inevitably, revenue will be lost. Akin to the land based Bingo Halls, smaller Online Bingo Operators will be sure to feel the blow the most. As to what extent the damage will be, or even if there will be any long term affects, it is impossible to predict. Although it is possible to hypothesize. So far, the Online Bingo Operators have, pretty much, had it their own way. This looks like the first glitch they have had to deal with, so far. Even so, they say things come in threes… it did for the Bingo Halls. Let’s just hope, the kill joys down at Westminster, are satisfied with their spoils so far. Lol

This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on Online Bingo

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Not Too Posh For Facebook!

By Lisa West on Monday, 31st August 2009

Posh Bingo has definitely gone and thrown her handbag into the online bingo fighting ring this time! Not one to be outdone by the Jones’, Posh has been busy getting her very own Facebook fan page sorted. Many of her online competitors have already made sure they are getting in on the new social networking scene, and Posh isn’t one to miss out on some fun! Now Posh Players can rub shoulders with each other, swap stories, and keep up to date with all the latest, at one of the Poshest social networks in the world.

Facebook provides a completely interactive environment. Players do not need to register, simply to take a look at what’s going on in the world of Posh. Nevertheless, Facebook has a lot to offer registered members. Tonnes of shareware applications, for photos, music and video. If it’s media, you can share it with the world on Facebook! It only takes a few minutes and it’s free too! Take a quick peek at the Posh Bingo Facebook, and you will see, there are plenty of good reasons to join up, and a lot of players are already having a lot of fun. The Facebook set up makes that little chat box window somewhat redundant - although there’s a time and a place for everything!

Posh are giving £20 to all new players who deposit a tenner, or a 200% cash match up to £200. The big jackpots at Posh Bingo are BIG! The promotions are some of the sweetest on the net. What better way to keep up with promotions and get interactive, than join in with the Facebook fun! Plus, have a chance to win some awesome prizes and tonnes of money. You’d have to be crazy to be too Posh for that one!

This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on Posh Bingo Facebook

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ASA Online Bingo Advertising Clamp Down

By Lisa West on Tuesday, 1st September 2009

I don’t know about you, but I hate it when the publicity says one thing, and the small print says another. On my travels around the online bingo circuit, I have come across various online operators who have been, shall we say, somewhat conservative when it comes to the facts. I’ve signed up, rubbing my hands together with glee, in sweet anticipation of my free tenner, which should miraculously appear in my bingo balance; without handing over a penny! Then, as I reach for my dabber, with bated breath and rising anticipation, I discover…. I can only play for fun… It’s such a letdown ( bl***y annoying too! )

Thankfully, it looks like ASA have finally turned their attention to the online bingo industry. Who, quite frankly, have been getting away with it, while the bingo halls have been feeling the heat from all directions! Bingo Hero are a relatively new website, owned and operated by Cheblis; a Cypriot company. The gripe from ASA is about their “£15 Free - No Deposit Required”, publicity to attract new players. After a complaint was lodged, ASA agreed that the publicity was misleading. Why? The winnings from the money cannot be withdrawn. Therefore, the “Free Money” is deemed “Fun Money”… not the real kind, that you get to buy new dabbers with!

It is not that they cannot make this kind of offer, it’s just that they have to make their offer clearer. Bingo Hero did add a *terms and conditions… even so, that’s not enough to ‘cut the mustard’ with the ASA! They want it made 100% clear from the off, without the need to check out the small print. Personally, I agree 100%! It’s about time. To not take action on such misleading publicity seems out of sorts, considering ASA recently clamped down on Tombola, so very hard. Not even for misleading the public, but simply for having a theme that might appeal to younger people. Tombola took the decision very well; piled in a tonne of money to revamp, and did a great job. The latest clamp down on Bingo Hero should push other online bingo operators into some straight talking, and it’s about time!

This was an article by Lisa for Bingo faces on the online bingo advertsing clampdown

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Free Bingo Revolution..Or Devolution?

By Lisa West on Wednesday, 2nd September 2009

When UK Bingo Players first caught the headlines for Cheeky Bingo, they could hardly contain themselves. Free Bingo, Real Cash.. Whoop! Whoop! Even so, was anybody really prepared for, or have an inkling, as to just how HUGE free bingo websites would become? And in such a very short space of time.

The Online Bingo community has gone absolutely nutty for it! Even when there are five hundred players, all going for a £1 pot, they will keep coming back for more. There seems little doubt, when you think about that, Online Bingo is still a social game. Just like it was in the old days!

There have been hundreds of new Free Bingo websites popping up, since Cheeky Bingo. Plus, a lot of the big brand names have started laying on the free games a lot more. Even so, the main contenders seem to be Cheeky Bingo, Costa Bingo, and the recently launched, Foxy Zero. A report for June’s figures indicate that 31% of the total, online bingo action, is in the free bingo rooms. Despite the fact that many of the games offer relatively small prize pots. In January, this figure was a lowly 3%. That’s a big swing in the free play direction.

So, it looks like there's a free bingo revolution going on among players, and an online bingo war among operators! Interesting situation.... As to why this has happened?? Well, it surely has to be a combination of things. Regardless, bottom line is; if people have no money, it doesn’t matter how good the thing is you're selling. They can’t buy it!

Clearly, the recession has a lot to answer for. A lot of players simply cannot afford a night out at their local Bingo Hall. Online Bingo is the economical option. Plus now, with the introduction of free play bingo sites, players really do get to have their cake and eat it! How many of the pay to play sites can survive the change, has yet to be seen.

This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on Free Bingo

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Parlay Entertainment Exodus

By Lisa West on Thursday, 3rd September 2009

Tthere are many different operators in the world of online bingo; regardless of whether they are small fry, or big boys, all of them are free to choose any bingo software, platform provider. Just lately, many of the larger operators have been swapping around, in what seems like, a big game of musical ‘bingo’ chairs. Parlay Entertainment have definitely been getting the rough end of the stick of late. Both Virgin Bingo and Paddy Power made the switch, over to Virtue Fusion. On top of that, Gala Bingo, whose main site is currently using the Parlay software, opted to launch Minxy Bingo - Gala Bingo’s sister site - on the Virtue Fusion Platform. So, pretty much, it has been one blow after another, for Parlay Entertainment. Even so, unfortunately for them, it doesn’t look like it’s stopping there. Bingo Boogie have just announced, they will also be swapping over to the Virtue Fusion software.

With such a clear and decisive mass exodus, away from Parlay, in favour of Virtue Fusion, it begs the question. What exactly is the issue here? The general consensus among players seems to indicate that the Virtue Fusion platform is higher quality. Even so, that’s not to say they don’t enjoy playing the Parlay Bingo Games. Eyes Down Bingo run the newest version of the Parlay software. It wasn’t launched all that long ago and has already built up a good sized bingo community. In which case, Parlay must be doing something right!

For a while, rumours have been flying around the bingo industry. The big rumour being that the National Bingo Game might be launching into online bingo. But the even bigger rumour is that only sites with Virtue Fusion will be able to step in on the action. That could be why Bingo Boogie and so many others have decided to swap. However, it could simply be that they like Virtue Fusion more. Either way, it looks like stormy seas ahead for Parlay Entertainment, especially if those rumours turn out to be true.

This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on Parlay Entertainment

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Brits Use Bingo Chat Rooms To Reduce Stress

By Lisa West on Wednesday, 9th September 2009

The world of Bingo has been under scrutiny for some time now, both in the press, and by a seemingly endless barrage of market researchers. Yet another survey has been carried out, but this time, it reveals much more than a list of statistics. The survey was carried out by a respected Online Bingo comparison site, and is based upon the responses of more than one thousand people. The survey revealed that one in six people are turning to chat rooms, as a way to find support, for the escalating problems that most Brits are currently facing.

Of course, the current economic meltdown is causing a lot of people financial problems. Money worries was top of the ‘stress list’, affecting more than 70%, of the one thousand people who took part in the survey. This must be a prominent factor, when considering the popularity of Free Bingo websites. Here, players have the perfect opportunity to beat the credit crunch, and share their troubles. As they say, “A problem shared is a problem halved”.

More than 78%, of those questioned, stated that playing online games, like Bingo, allowed them to wind down. They also emphasised that the social network, available through such gaming websites, was an underlining factor, as to why they were able to achieve that. The survey found that one of the top ways people chose to de-stress, was by talking to friends; with around 40% of those people, preferring to talk in a chat room.

The survey also revealed why people prefer to talk in chat rooms. Almost 50% said that it was easier to make friends there, and almost as many, felt more at ease. Therefore, were more open about their problems. With money worries gripping the nation, more and more people are looking toward the online chat rooms and gaming websites, as way to relax and make friends. This survey does a lot to reveal why the Free Bingo websites are becoming so popular. It also seems, providing chat rooms and team games, and a good socially interactive base for players, has never been so important.

This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on Bingo Chat Rooms

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Low Returns For 888 - $11million Written Off

By Lisa West on Thursday, 10th September 2009

It’s not just the land based Bingo Halls who are facing low returns. The half yearly reports for the 888ladies have been released, and unfortunately for them, it’s not looking good. The 888ladies online Bingo website has long been considered one of the most popular on the net. That’s why, a report that their profits are down by 43%, compared to last year, comes as somewhat of a surprise. The 888 group run both B2B (business to business) and B2C (business to customer) operations. Rather curiously, the disclosed revenues do not include Bingo, only the revenue from the online poker and casino games.

888 Profits have dropped by $11million, from twenty six in the first six months of last year, to $15million, in the first six months of this year. Overall income, from all operations has seen a drop of thirteen percent, down to $118million. Gigi Levy is CEO for 888, and she remains optimistic about the future, despite the downturn. Levy blames the decline on the current problems within the economy, stating that “consumer sentiment is still weak” and the downturn reflects that “currencies remain volatile”. Indeed, while figures reveal a 21% reduction in the 888ladies B2C operations, their B2B operations have gone up significantly, by 42%. Levy believes, the figures demonstrate “the strength of the combined business model” and that the 888 company are “ an innovative and comprehensive B2B service provider” who are “trading solidly.”

Gigi Levy is, most definitely, remaining positive. Even so, it is odd, and more than a little intriguing, that Bingo was only mentioned in the reports “Operational Highlights”. Just a brief on the new 888ladies TV advertising campaign. Along with the mention of two new, extensive, poker leagues, recently launched down under and in the UK: A live online casino for European players: Plus, a big feature, newly designed Poker game, and a fast play games suite. 888 don’t seem to be giving much away, despite the report. But then, that seems to be the main ‘game play’ for most of the online Bingo Operators at the moment.

This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces On 888ladies

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PartyGaming PLC Subsidiary Will Buy WPT Enterprise

By Lisa West on Sunday, 13th September 2009

During a press release statement, American gaming company, WPT Enterprise, have publicly confirmed, they have cut a deal with PartyGaming subsidiary company, Peerless Media Ltd. PartyGaming first placed a deal on the table, only after Gamynia LTD (a private investor group) decided to opt out of the company. The buy out is fairly conclusive, inclusive all of the company’s operating assets. Only cash, some investments and specific assets, will be excluded from the deal. President and CEO of the WPTE company, Steve Lipscomb, stated that, for several years, the company had considered PartyGaming an “important partner”. Lipscomb confirmed that the WPTE company board of directors considered the deal from PartyGaming to be “financially superior”. Also expressing the company were confident, PartyGaming would be “ an excellent manager of our brands”. Referring to them as “pioneers and leaders in the poker and online gaming markets”

Looking at the fast and furious expansion of PartyGaming, in such a relatively short space of time, that statement isn’t actually that far off the mark, if at all… Only recently, PartyGaming acquired Cashcade for £94Million, a virtual giant among the operators of Online Bingo. With Cashcade, came Foxy Bingo, Cheeky and Think, some of the most popular Bingo websites online. When PartyGaming acquired Cashcade, they took a lead position online. Even so, they did make it known, the company were still on the lookout for more. They have since put new meaning into “aggressive expansion”…..

Reportedly, PartyGaming paid $12.3million for WPTE. Depending on revenues, they will also have to pay out another million a year, for the next three years. For that, PartyGaming get the whole company, intellectual rights, trade and brand names, everything! As the WPTE president said, PartyGaming should certainly “ provide a strong vehicle for the WPT brand to continue its global expansion, and return to online gaming.” certainly, with the mighty PartyGaming behind them, it’s hard to imagine what could go wrong.

This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on PartyGaming

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Gala Bingo - Raising £1Million For Charity

By Lisa West on Monday, 14th September 2009

Gala Bingo have begun a national drive to raise £1MILLION for Sue Rider Care, over just eighteen months. That’s a very noble cause, and a very noble gesture. You may have heard already, about the trip to base camp on Everest. But that’s not all the Gala employees are up to! They are all pretty busy right now, organising more great fundraising events, and of course, they need the help of their members. At the Gala Bingo Hall in Southampton, they have just raised hundreds of ££££££’s, for Gala’s Sue Ryder Care, charity push.

In just one month, the Gala Bingo Hall in Lords Hill has raised over £750 for Sue Rider. Simply by holding some regular prize draws and some fun Tombolas. To date, they have managed to collect more than £1500 - Amazing what can be achieved, just by having some fun! ; ) Sue Cooper is a committee fundraiser for Lord’s Hill. Sue has nothing but praise for all the players who have joined in, as well as the local businesses who have donated some great prizes.

First prize, in their big monthly draw last month, was a fantastic weekend for two in Bruges. Right now, they also have a group paintball offer, for up to thirty five people, up for offer. The package is worth over £500, and was another donation from a local, Southampton business. If you have a Southampton business, and would like to make a donation, why not contact Sue? Tel: 023 8074 1117.

Not just the Gala Bingo land based club members can join in, and lend a helping hand.
Every Tuesday, at exactly 7.25pm, online players join up with players at Gala’s 90ball Bingo Halls, for a linked, Charity game. For every £1 sold in tickets, online and off, Gala Bingo will put 10p into the pot. Like they say, no-one splashes the cash like Gala Bingo!!!

This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on Gala Bingo Charity Push

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Bingo Nation Adds Some Community Spirit

By Lisa West on Wednesday, 16th September 2009

We hear a lot, about how Online Bingo cannot offer players the same kind of community spirit as land based Bingo Halls. And, yes, UK Bingo started out as a way for the local church to raise some funds; for the steeple or roof; the local church school; or any other charitable organisation they supported. As well as provide a place where locals could enjoy a friendly night out, interact with the neighbours (maybe win a packet of jelly), and do their bit for the community. Sorted, everyone happy!

Since the introduction of Online Bingo, local Bingo Operators have felt the pinch. Some have been forced to shut down, and jobs have been lost. On top of that, the players have seen the doors close, to what they considered an important part of their social life. Even so, with the recession and a smoking ban, it was inevitable that some players would look for an alternative. Online Bingo simply filled a gap. By offering a more economical Bingo Game, in an unrestricted environment, their home!

So, that is the practicality of it all. But what about that community spirit? Was it lost? Hell no! Gala Bingo and the National Bingo Game operators are busy right now, raising money, both online and off. But what about all those other Online Bingo websites? What are they doing for the community? Well, that community spirit is alive and well at Bingo Nation.

Bingo Nation donate 50% of the prize pools in a special, monthly, fundraising promotion, to different charities. By doing this, they have become a true beacon among the Online Bingo operators. Bingo Nation concentrates it’s efforts upon the smaller, more disadvantaged charities, and to date, have raised more than £5000. Now, hopefully, more of the online operators will follow Bingo Nation’s lead. Because if ever our communities needed a helping hand, it is right now.

Local charities do not have the fund raising power that bigger charities, like Sue Ryder, have. It is not that one cause is more worthy than another, all these charities need support. Even so, the smaller charities tend be overshadowed by the publicity of the bigger operations. Online Bingo can do just as much for local communities, just as the land based Bingo Halls have in the past. You can help encourage more online operators to “do their bit”, by joining in with the special games. Therefore, giving your support. Remember, YOU ARE the community!

This was an article by Lisa for Bingo faces on Online Bingo

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Free Today, Gone Tomorrow?

By Lisa West on Friday, 18th September 2009

Free Bingo is big Bingo news, and it has been kind of amazing, just how much the big brands are falling over themselves to offer free play games. The stats reveal that a third of online players regularly login to the Free Bingo rooms. We have witnessed the arrival of free play Bingo websites from some of the leading operators, like Cheeky Bingo, Costa and Foxy Zero. Every day we see more and more pay to play websites joining in with the rush, and providing Free Bingo promotions.

While everything looks rosy in the garden right now, there is the question, is it ever actually going to end? Is Free Bingo destined to stay? Or is it just something we should regard as a timely bonus. After all, with the economy the way it is, free-play can be the only way for some people to continue playing their favourite game. However, when people are feeling a bit more flush, as the economy straightens out, will players still be queuing up to play Free Bingo? Will that £1 jackpot still hold the same excitement and appeal. Free play sites offering larger jackpots can have hundreds of players in them at any one time, which can make the odds of winning a lot slimmer.

Just take a look around, you will see, there are a lot of pay to play sites offering Free Bingo too. The general mode seems to be, the more free games they offer, the smaller the jackpots tend to be. The free games need to be funded, and the general idea is to encourage free players to enter the pay to play games. Indeed, for many players, the pay to play jackpot games are just as appealing as Free Bingo, if not more so. Ultimately, Free Bingo could turn out to accomplish the opposite, and simply initiate the demise of smaller operators.

This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on Free Bingo,

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St Minver Websites To Run GTECH G2 Software

By Lisa West on Saturday, 19th September 2009

GTECH G2 may be a newcomer to the online gaming industry, but that doesn’t seem to be cooling their heels in any way. The news that GTECH would be replacing the Parlay Entertainment software, on all eighty of the St Minver sites, was announced at the EiG in Copenhagen. Despite the fact that Parlay Entertainment seem to be splashing the cash, buying up anything they can get their hands on, profits were down for the first half of 2009. Whether the latest move by St Minver will have any great affect, is yet to be seen.

Although GTECH are a relatively new venture, they do own St Minver. Therefore, it could have been assumed, chances were, they were going to change over to their own software. The GTECH software will replace the Parlay Entertainment software on every site; Including the Boss Media Bingo network, as well as the International Bingo Network. The change over won’t be happening for a few months yet, targeted for next February, 2010.

That wasn’t the only announcement GTECH made at the EiG. They also broke the news that they would be releasing new Bingo software, Bingo 2.2. A Swedish operator will be the first to launch the new software, Hem Bingo. The new software is multi language, multi currency, and can support linked games. GTECH believe the Bingo 2.2 software will allow their clients to “pool liquidity and maximize the jackpots”. Although new to the scene, GTECH G2 seem hell bent on making an impact. Their software also holds many promises. It will be updated every three months, ensuring the online Bingo experience remains exciting and problem free. Something that is overlooked by too many of the online operators and software providers. This should get them up on their toes!

This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on Online Bingo

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UK Gambling Awareness Day

By Lisa West on Sunday, 20th September 2009

This year, both the land based Bingo Halls and major online operators will be promoting Gambling Awareness Day, which is on October 19th. As well as the rest of the UK gambling industry. It is a curious thing, and maybe it is just because Bingo has always been associated with your granny, but a lot of people just don’t see it as ‘gambling’. Which, of course, it is. I guess, when it conjures up images of ladies with a blue rinse, it hard to place the concept of it alongside the racing totes. Even so, the simple fact is, money is lost, and money is won. Therefore, Bingo is gambling. Although, of course, it more reflects the lighter side of betting.

The need for public awareness is a real one, campaigns like this are essential for promoting understanding, helping players establish a realistic idea of what ‘responsible gaming’ really means. As well as being aware that there is help available, counselling and support networks right across the UK. The British Bingo Association have organised the placement of posters and flyers, in all the UK’s gambling establishments. The association has also made a pledge to continue offering support to the charities who are providing that support.

Wink and Foxy are among the bigger brand operators, who will be taking part in Gambling Awareness Day. They already offer a gambling ‘self assessment’ test, which allows players to establish whether they have a problem. As well as keeping an eye out for the warning signs. Many of the online operators have also been removing previous penalties, previously penalising players who did not depositing regularly. GamCare are the main organisation, heading the campaign, and their annual conference is also planned for the same day. The plan being, to make sure Gambling Awareness Day procures some publicity, at both a national and local level.

This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on Gambling Awareness Day

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Cashcade Gone & INM Still Struggling

By Lisa West on Monday, 21st September 2009

Independent News and Media, AKA INM, is a leading media and communications group, with international operations that span four continents. Despite their world renowned reputation, and apparent success, they have been under serious financial pressure recently. They recently sold their stake in two companies, and by doing so, have managed to keep the wolf from the door, and live to fight another day. One of those companies was Cashcade, in which, IBN had an eighteen percent stake. When deals were being put on the table, it was no secret that IBN were greatly in need of a positive conclusion.

PartyGaming paid out £94Million for Cashcade, which gave INM almost £15million, which was promptly given over to their lenders. Even so, it wasn’t enough. INM went on to sell its stake in an Indian newspaper, raising another £22Million in capitol. News was, they had bought themselves some more time. Hopefully, enough to thrash out negotiations with their lenders, with whom, they had a £200Million bond. As well as the bank, who they needed to pay another £50Million, first. In which case, there probably won't be much left on the table for bond holders. Shareholders aren’t too happy either, with INM shares plummeting by eighty percent.

The powers that be, within INM, say that the recession has been directly responsible for the company’s untamed debts. They claim, people just aren’t spending their money on advertising. This does seem somewhat incredulous. Plus, as opposed to being a positive move; it looks like a serious case of bad luck, when you sell off the one thing that actually seems to be making you money; and that was, online Bingo, which is a world wide, multi million dollar industry. Without doubt, Cashcade must have been a sweet money spinner for INM. But then I guess, paying their bond holders with Bingo tickets was never going to cut it.....

This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on Cashcade

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Mum's The Word At Foxy!

By Lisa West on Tuesday, 22nd September 2009

Hey, I don’t know about you, but I just love to hear a good ‘Bingo’ story! Back in June, Foxy Bingo invited all their players to come forward and make their nominations; for the award of “Foxy Bingo Mum|Dad Of The Year”. Not that Foxy needs an excuse, to make a nice gesture to his very own Bingo community, he does it all the time. However, it was considered apart of his 3rd birthday celebrations.

Most of us have someone we would like to see get a little recognition. Hundreds of friends and relatives, and of course, Foxy Bingo roomies, sent in some seriously heart warming and sincere nominations. Of which, Foxy’s little helpers spent hours going over, before choosing the final three. After that, it was down to the votes of the community, to decide who would ultimately win.

The response to this innovative promotion has been incredible, which just goes to show, there are a lot of good roomies out there! The nominations and the votes were entered in the Foxy Bingo Chat Rooms. Promotions like this, bringing friends in the communities together, can only be a good thing for Online Bingo. Which is why, it would be great to see a whole lot more, in the very near future.

Turns out, the award is for “Foxy Bingo Mum Of The Year”….. and that went to ‘Lisathur’, who is a hardworking, Bingo loving, foster parent. ‘Lisartur’ is among Foxy’s most loved roomies, and was voted by fellow friend and Bingo buddy, ‘foxyfarehamminx’. She dedicates her time to looking after troubled and estranged children, helping them through some of their most vulnerable and difficult times. Now, she is off for a well deserved family holiday to Centre Parcs. Foxy has promised to bring back this promotion next year, and it has certainly had a positive affect upon the community. 10/10 for innovation!

This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on Foxy Bingo

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Wink Bingo Pays Out £25K On The Big O!

By Lisa West on Wednesday, 23rd September 2009

There has been some serious build up to Wink Bingo’s “Big O” prize draw. It started in July, as part of their ‘Summer Lovin’ promotions. The £25K up for grabs, is the biggest jackpot, Wink have ever offered. Literally thousands of tickets and hundreds of players entered into this £1 a ticket, mammoth prize draw. Everyone has been eagerly waiting for the ‘grand finale’, and finally, the agonising wait is over. Looks like the thirteenth really is lucky for some, because that’s the day the ‘Big O’ finally ended. The luckiest player at Wink Bingo right now is “myracar79”. And you can bet, don’t she just know it! Now….

When she first heard the news, myracar79 thought the site had been hacked! And rang security to tell them so… Her first response, being one of utter disbelief, also made her convince herself that it was bonus points she had won, not ££££££’s. Main problem??? Wink’s Big O promotion had been going on so long, she couldn’t even remember buying any tickets! Oddly enough, that might actually be the case, because Wink were handing out plenty of freebies, during the promotion. In which case, ‘myracar79’ has just done the double! Lucky her… ;)

The ‘Big O’ has been the highlight of Wink’s summer promos. Obviously, a few short espresso’s and a tranquilising donut later, myracar79 is in fine form, and looking forward to a trip to Disney Land with the kids. Without doubt, with four of her own, and her sisters too, it won’t be a holiday any of them forget in a hurry! She hasn’t worked out exactly what to do with the rest of the money yet, and probably won’t get too much time to think about it on her forthcoming holiday. Obviously, I’d love to help…. So, myracar79, any space for a little one in your suitcase!!!!????? Hey! Everyone loves a winner!

This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on Wink Bingo

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Cashcade - Cutting Their Affiliates

By Lisa West on Friday, 25th September 2009

Since Parlay Entertainment took over Cashcade, they have continued their crusade to buy out the out the world of online gaming. Or, at least, ensure they have a mighty substantial slice of the market. When Parlay added Cashcade to their portfolio, they bagged the mighty Fox, along with some other, seriously popular online Bingo websites. Including, Think, and free play site Cheeky Bingo.

Foxy has become, without doubt, Cashcade’s leading guy. They have been putting their all, into pushing his already well known name into pole position, in the online gaming ‘Hall of Fame’. And, to date, they have been very successful, and not just with the Foxy Bingo brand. Maybe all that success has gone to their heads. Which is why they don’t feel the need to keep their affiliates happy these days. Well, at least, not quite so happy, by introducing a pretty significant cut in affiliate commissions.

While Foxy Bingo now enjoy huge popularity online, it seems they have been swift to dismiss their affiliates. Even though, their hard work has always played a major role, with regards to that success. Plus, they obviously had no intentions of explaining the cuts… the email circuited to their affiliates was pretty much delivering the message of ‘whether you like it or not, that’s the way it is. AKA TUFF!

A lot of the operators have been cutting back on advertising and slim lining operations, in a bid to cut costs and beat the recession. It does seem to have been since April, that many of them have really begun to make major changes. However, is cutting back commissions going to save them money in the long run? Or cost the members? Affiliates may well turn their efforts to other operators. With competition so fierce, for new custom (after all, players now have the choice of hundreds of online Bingo websites), this might be one of Parlay Entertainment / Cashcade’s best moves to date…

This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on Foxy Bingo

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Free Bingo - Free Lunch!

By Lisa West on Sunday, 27th September 2009

Lord knows, us ladies, we just love a bargain. And Free Bingo has definitely added a whole new dimension to the word. Even so, just because it’s free, that doesn’t mean us players should start letting up on quality… and let’s face it, these days, it’s not like there aren’t enough choices around. There’s a tonne of great Free Bingo websites online. Long gone are the days of playing your heart out, only to be pipped to the post for that ‘major monthly prize’…which was, all too often, a fluorescent Bingo dabber, that you don’t even need, coz you play online! Nowadays, it’s a whole new bag of Bingo balls!

The Free Bingo websites have definitely come a long way on the prize, and entertainment stakes. Players can join in at some ‘tried and trusted’, brand name, free play sites; win real cash, and never have to part with a penny. Even so, it might be free, but they can be lacking somewhat, when it comes to big prize jackpots. Five hundred players, after a £1 pot, can take the ‘edge’ out of the game for some players. However, there is an alternative way to get your hands on some Free Bingo. As well as get in line for a big cash prize. Honest!

Just signing up, and taking advantage of the some of the leading websites ‘welcome offers’, can be more than enough, to keep you going on Free Bingo. For a while too! Take 888 Ladies for example. All new 888 Ladies (and blokes too!) get a free £10, just for signing up. Plus! From 11.30am until 11.30pm, there’s a Free Bingo Game every hour, with a prize pool of £10. But that’s not all! Every evening at seven o’ clock, Monday to Friday, 888 Ladies players can win £300. Absolutely FREE! At the weekends, that goes up to a storming £500. Now, that’s gonna buy a few Sunday roasts.. Who said, there’s no such thing as a free lunch? Better send them this, cos, they obviously haven’t heard about the 888 Ladies!

This was an article by Lisa for Bingo faces on 888 Ladies Free Bingo

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Power 50 Survey - Not Looking Good for Gala Bingo

By Lisa West on Monday, 28th September 2009

The Power 50 Survey is a highly respected report, within the gaming industry. Thought to be, and looked upon, as one of the most accurate representations; of who is, and who is not, among the top 50 gaming operators. Providers of poker, casino, sports betting and, of course, Bingo, are included in the research. Looking at the results, plenty of the so called ‘Big Boys’, with be crying over the books. For a while at least!

Despite the closures, (at the minute!) the Gala Coral Group own 24.4% of all UK Bingo Halls, making them ‘technically’, the largest Bingo Operator in the UK. Gala also own Gala Casino, as well as the Coral Betting chain of bookmakers. And of course, the Coral Betting website. Things haven’t been good for Gala lately, with closures, streamlining, and massive debts threatening to remove them from their top spot. Permanently. Despite the fact they could seriously do with some good news, looks like it’s more bad news. The Power 50 Survey revealed that Gala have dropped from a more than respectable 11th place, right down to 36th. One more drop like that one, and they will be out of the picture, altogether.

Without doubt, the results reflect the company’s falls in revenue V mounting debts. Like many UK Bingo Hall Operators, Gala Bingo have felt the consequences, of the introduction, of a public No Smoking ban. This, coupled with a worldwide recession and the introduction of Online Bingo, was fair destined to cause some damage. Reduced revenue has led to mounting debts, and it has been alleged that Gala Coral are “in” for more than two Billion. Repayments alone being more than £200million. Unfortunately, things have gone bad to worse for Gala Coral. The Power 50 Survey has gone a long way to revealing the true extent of the damage. Overall, within the British gaming industry. And it’s not at all promising.

This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on Gala Coral Power 50 Results

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Posh Throws Down the Gauntlet To ASA

By Lisa West on Tuesday, 29th September 2009

The ASA, which is, the UK Advertising Standards Agency, have certainly been keeping busy of late. Looking at the complaints, for Bingo advertising, a few of the operators do seem to be (somewhat alarmingly), shall we say, inaccurately portraying their promotions? But it’s not just misleading information, that the ASA keep an eye out for.

Only months ago, Tombola had to completely redesign their ‘look’, due to their advertising being way too appealing, and too inviting, to young people. According to the ASA. Even so, just lately, the ASA have been getting more publicity than most of the Online Bingo Operators put together! So, who’s keeping an eye on them, eh?? Lol.

Only a couple of months ago, the ASA made Bingo Hero change it’s promotional advertising, for their apparent, free cash welcome bonus… which, as it turned out, was not real cash at all! However, the ASA have also responded to some suspiciously ‘nit picky’ complaints, which have ultimately, gotten much more attention than they were worth. And this does seem the case, with regards to a recent complaint, about Posh Bingo. The ASA recently turned the heat on, after a member of the general public said their TV adverts were misleading.

However, after an investigation into the complaint, the ASA found that the Posh Bingo TV Advert neither mislead the public, nor were they in breach of any advertising standards, or TV advertising codes. Therefore, the complaint has been dismissed, which has to be good news for Posh Bingo. Because, all that revamping and making adverts costs a lorra money! And, it’s not like they would have been the first to have to do that.

This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on Posh Bingo TV Adverts

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IBN Loss Played Down By Parlay Entertainment

By Lisa West on Thursday, 1st October 2009

Parlay Entertainment boss, Scot Longley stated that the recent loss, of eighty St Minver websites, to GTECH G2, will not have any “material impact”, for Parlay Entertainment. In short, that means, he doesn’t think that he’s going to see any falls in revenue, when GTECH 2 software takes over from Parlay, in February next year. The St Minver sites are collectively known as the Independent Bingo Network - IBN. GTECH also own that network. G2 is a subsidiary of GTECH, and has already announced that they would be merging all the IBN sites onto its Boss Media Bingo software. GTECH G2 made the announcement in Copenhagen, at the EiG. GTECH also announced the arrival of their new Bingo 2.2 software, which is the software that will replace Parlay Entertainment.

Now, while Longley may be adamant that this won’t affect their finances, if it does, this could create more than a few problems for Parlay Entertainment. Profits are reportedly down, for the first half of this year. Word is, during the first 3 months of 2009, revenues were down by 70%. Despite cutting back operating costs by more than half a million. Net losses this year, being more than half a million to date. So, the company could probably do with some good news right now. Although they do not have any debts, and also have about two million dollars in the bank.

Earlier this year, Parlay also lost Paddy Power and Virgin Bingo, to another rival bingo network, Virtue Fusion. It seems that the boss at Parlay is in complete denial, as well as the company president, and CEO, Scott White. As far as White’s concerned, the St Minver network only represents a marginal percent of their portfolio, stating they were presently, “one of Parlay’s smallest customers”. While also stating, like the boss, the impact of this would have “no material impact” on the company. White was not forthcoming with exactly what kind of percentages were are talking. For some reason…

This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on the Independent Bingo Network

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Come On Honey, Show Me The Money!

By Lisa West on Wednesday, 30th September 2009

Everyone loves a tourney! And Wink Bingo is always there to accommodate. Tonight, there’s a sweet £25K up for grabs. No wonder they called it “Share the Money, Honey”! That kind of money is definitely enough to get the old Bingo buds watering. The general drift of this game is, players earn points when they play the instant games. Every £10 wagered on any Instant Game earns 1 Tournament Point. All the instant games are included in the promotion. There’s a few wild card touneys around too, offering the perfect opportunity to clock up some last minute points. Players also get 5 points if they get the biggest win of the day, and 2 points for emailing Wink with a good reason, as to why they would “love to share”. Be nice everyone, remember, sharing is caring roomies!

There’s money in the honey pot for the top 100 players of the tournament. To be eligible to take part, players must have made a deposit. That’s it, then just play their favourite instant games. Show me The Money Honey is a slots tourney, but Wink Bingo have laid on various different tourneys in the past, also the same kind of principle applies. Play games, collect points, climb the leader board. Wink are giving away thousands with this promotion, and one hundred players are set to win. First prize is a storming £5K! Very sweet : )

If you love tourney games, just like “Share The Money honey”, then Wink Bingo is a good place to be. Wink has fast become a popular online Bingo website, and they go a long way to keep their players busy. Their sign up offer is the best on the net, with a £15 bonus in welcome cash, just for signing up. No Deposit Required. Plus, a 200% cash match on the first deposit and 50% on all reloads over £10. As well as some ace promotions, players also get 10% cash back on ALL loses. With an offer like that, it’s gonna be hard not to give these guys the Wink!

This was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on Wink Bingo

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NEW! Deal or No deal Bingo Game

By Lisa West on Friday, 2nd October 2009

Virtue Fusion are in the headlines again, after making their latest press release statement. So, what’s going on now? What is the UK’s leading Bingo software provider up to now? After the last few months, there’s not a lot we would be surprised by… but, Ice Bingo Booths in Rekyvic? Na! just kidding.. Virtues Fusion have announced, they are about to ‘get connected’ with Endemol UK; a UK company who have become frontrunners, in entertainment programming. On that note, you may well be wondering, what exactly has Endemol got, that Virtue Fusion want. Because you know very well, they must have something important!

Well, what it’s all about, is that amazing TV show, “Deal or No Deal”, which has taken the world by storm. By running in cahoots with Endemol, Virtue Fusion now have a free hand, to develop some new and exciting Bingo games, based on this great show. Jurian van der Meer, Head of Products and Brand Exploitation for Endemol, stated that the company were “really excited”, about the prospect.

The new Virtue Fusion game will combine facets of traditional Bingo, along with elements of the show. Van Deer also added, "Deal or No Deal is one of Endemol's biggest TV hits worldwide”. He also revealed that the company believed Virtue Fusion would “create a new entertainment experience”, and would be distributing the game “to some of the biggest operators in the bingo industry”. Look like big plans lay ahead, for the Endemol-Virtue Fusion connection.

The new game is set to hit the Virtue Fusion network within weeks. Some of the biggest online operators, in the UK, have already confirmed, they will be hosting the new “Deal or No Deal” Bingo Game. This includes Mecca, Sky and Paddy Power. Virtue are also waiting for more operators to confirm, in the very near future. And, with an innovative software developer like Virtue Fusion behind it, I’m sure it won’t be long before the operators are knocking down the doors for it!

This was an article by LJ for Bingo Faces on the new Deal or No Deal Bingo Game

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Dragonfish Heads For South Africa

By Lisa West on Saturday, 3rd October 2009

Dragonfish are a leading gaming software provider, and a subsidiary company of 888 Holdings. 888 ladies, are a popular Bingo brand in the UK. However, 888 Holdings are a world respected, leading online gaming entertainment company. Despite their obvious success to date, not a company to let the grass grow under them, 888 are off to South Africa. Just the other day, dragonfish announced, they have signed a deal with one of South Africa’s top casino groups; the Tsongo Sun Gaming Group (TSG). Managing Directors for Dragonfish, Gabi Compos, stated that the company were regarding the deal with TSG as “the first of many, targeted at regulated markets”.

888 Holdings develops and manages all the company’s fundamental aspects of its operations in-house. This not only includes software development, but marketing, payment processing, customer and risk management as well. Ms compos is adamant that the software, and infrastructure, Dragonfish supply provides “ an excellent platform, for partnerships with land based casinos”.

The Tsongo Sun Gaming Group operate seven casinos within South Africa, which collectively, are visited by over 20million people a year. TSG will be using their experience and expertise to promote the new online gaming experience, provided by the Dragonfish software. They will also be launching their own online gaming site, and both 888 Holdings and TSG will be merging their members database.

There’s little doubt, Dragonfish could be extremely beneficial to many companies like TSG, who are able to operate with a local licence. And, word on the grapevine is, they intend to launch Bingo, Poker and Casino websites in the near future. However, for now, they will have to keep their sights on sports betting. That is, until they have assessed the blurry lines, which currently define gambling laws, within south Africa. But you can bet your bottom dollar, they will be doing exactly that….. as soon as they’ve sussed it!

This was an article by LJ for Bingo Faces on Dragonfish

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Sky Bingo Re-Launch

By Lisa West on Tuesday, 6th October 2009

Sky Bingo have finally made their big re-launch, and there’s more than a buzz of excitement in the air. The big Sky Bingo re-launch has been eagerly anticipated. There’s even been a bit of a ‘cloak and dagger’ scenario going on, with regards to what new features would be revealed. Sky Bingo making the most of the attention! And who could blame them? It costs a pretty penny to revamp a website on this scale. They are bound to want to at least use the intrigue, to cook up some interest!

The new design is very different to many of the online Bingo websites around. Personally, I found it a little ‘wishy washy’ looking. Far from kicking me into an excited buzz of anticipation. In fact, I would go as far as to say, it is one of the most ‘clinical’ looking Bingo websites around. To get the free £15 bonus money, new players must wager £5 first. That’s a 300% bonus, which is one of the most generous on the net. And, players can withdraw any winnings gained, from wagering the free bonus money. However, the maximum bonus available, is £15. Defo NOT the best around…

Sky Bingo have four hours of FREE Bingo available. Every day, there are four separate, hourly sessions of free games. The first free Bingo hour starts at 10am. There’s afternoon sessions too, the first one starting 1pm. The next session starts at 5pm, and then they have a late session at night, beginning at 10pm. Looks like this promotion is set to stay too, with all the free games having their own dedicated venue.

Sky Bingo also offer 3hours of Penny Bingo every day, as well as a weekly £20,000 jackpot game, where tickets are just 2p. Bargain! With Linx games available, and some seriously big weekly, regular jackpots, Sky Bingo have obviously been busy. For just 10p a ticket, players can also go for the £1000 jackpot game, held every evening at 10pm. Tickets can be pre-purchased too, so you always have the chance to be a winner at Sky Bingo. Even when you’re not logged in!

This was an article by LJ for Bingo Faces on Sky Bingo

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Cheeky Bingo - It’s So Special!

By Lisa West on Friday, 9th October 2009

Blimey! Better get your dabbers charged guys and gals, because there’s a tonne of great ‘specials’ on, down at Cheeky Bingo. These guys were the first online Bingo operator, to offer free Bingo games, with real cash prizes. And boy, did they start something when they introduced that one! Cheeky Bingo have a tonne of free games going on, every single day. And, they offer a lot of fun, especially when you consider, none of it is going to cost you a penny.

Players can sign up for a free account at Cheeky Bingo, and play for free without having to make a deposit. However, if you want to join in with their fab Chat, Progressive Jackpot and big money, guaranteed jackpot games, you do have to be a depositing player. The minimum deposit at Cheeky is £10. Players making their first deposit, get £20 in free cash, which is a pretty generous offer. They also give a 50% bonus on all subsequent reloads.

Cheeky Bingo offer both the 90ball and 75ball game, and have some big, progressive jackpots up for grabs. As well as a weekly £5000 jackpot game. Tickets for the £5000, ‘Cash Crazy’ jackpot game are 50p, and can be pre-purchased. So, you don’t even need to be logged at Cheeky Bingo, for a chance to win £££££££’s!

The ‘Naughty But Nice’, 90ball Bingo room at Cheeky Bingo is where players can get their hands on a Progressive jackpot. Call a full house in 44 calls and under, to scoop the cash prize pot. There’s another progressive jackpot up for grabs in the ‘Cheeky Minx’, 75ball Bingo game. To bag the ‘Special Cheeky Smile Progressive Jackpot’, players need to call a full house in 22 numbers or less. If you love the buzz of a big jackpot prize, then Cheeky Bingo is going to be a real ‘fun house’ for you. Definitely, the big money hunters most favoured kind of game!

This was an article by LJ for Bingo Faces on Cheeky Bingo

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Best Bingo Tips

By Lisa West on Sunday, 11th October 2009

Okay, so Bingo is, essentially, a game of luck. Which, in its own wonderful way, means that everyone has the same chance of winning… or do they! Now, while you might think ‘tampering’ with the odds is pretty much out of your control - apart from bringing along your ‘lucky charm’, or any other kind of superstitious ‘tom foolery’ your might feel more comfy with! There are several ‘strategies’, that the more ‘hardcore’ Bingoheads use, to ‘up the odds’ …a little! Of course, I can’t pass on their secrets to you, because I’d have to kill you if I did.. Hah! No, only kidding… just couldn’t resist!

When it comes to successful Bingo wagering, there are a few things you can do, to tilt the odds a little. Number one rule is, less is more. Try to avoid packed out Bingo rooms. The more players there are, the less chance each of you has of winning. Of course, this is easier to get a handle on, if you play online. However, even if you play at a local Bingo Hall, choosing your times ill make a difference. Every bingo hall has their quiet times. Chances are, they will be during the weekdays, but make it your business to find out when they are.

Unless you are a fairly experienced ‘Dabber’, bulk buying tickets isn’t such a wise thing to do. Stick to one game at a time, and an amount of tickets you can easily keep your eye on. For novice players, that’s one of the biggest bonuses, with regards to playing online. No need to be a ‘quick draw’ dabber, or even brilliant at multi tasking, it’s automated! Ultimately, Bingo is about having a good time, and making friends is easy. Just be courteous! So, go have a good time. But remember, spend wisely, and all things in moderation.

This was an article by LJ for Bingo Faces on Bingo Tips

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Gala Bingo On The Up & Up?

By Lisa West on Monday, 12th October 2009

The downturn of business for Gala Coral, has been headlines for months now. Gala Bingo are the UK’s leading land based Bingo operator. Owning more clubs, up and down the country, than any other. Even so, in the last few months, Gala Coral, who employ around twenty thousand people in the UK, have been forced to shut down Bingo and Casino clubs, as well as streamline staff. Without doubt, the smoking ban, economical crisis, and raised taxes, have had their toll on the company. Nevertheless, their biggest problem is still the £100million they have to pay back each year, in interest alone, on their estimated, £2.6billion debt.

There had been some speculation, that the current private equity firm, who own Gala Coral, would write off debts for assets. According to a report in the Sunday Times, that has happened. Candover, Civen, and Primera, will be writing off more than £540million in debts, in return for a substantial stake in the business. Effectively, by surrendering around 50% of the company, Gala Coral will be able to use their revenues (currently frozen), to invest in the business. As opposed to merely paying the bills. Hopefully, this will turn out to be a very positive move for the company.

Of course, this deal will not exactly remove the debts. However, it will allow them to utilise the money they do have, to move the company forward. And, hopefully, upward. How they handle their debts now, will certainly determine their future. Hopefully, now their private backers have agreed to the deal, gala Coral have found themselves some breathing space.

Gala Coral have quite a packed portfolio, despite the problems: 2000 betting offices; 148 bingo Clubs; 27 casinos and two Greyhound Racing stadiums. Gala Coral, apparently, has around £250 million frozen, due to debts. Neil Goulden, Gala Coral Chairman, has been (understandably) somewhat frustrated, by the company’s inability to utilise that money. Hopefully, this will mark the end of this chapter, and Gala Coral can look forward to a tad more security during the coming months.

This was an article by LJ for Bingo Faces on Gala Bingo

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Lucky Player Wins £67K At Gala Bingo

By Lisa West on Thursday, 15th October 2009

A lucky Gala Bingo player is definitely thanking her lucky stars right now; After winning over £67K on Gala’s Galaxy Scratch Card game. Of course, the lady in question is suitably gob smacked, especially when she thinks about the fact she only put down a 25p stake… Incredible! Now, while you saying to yourself, “That never happens to me”, remember! That’s exactly what this lucky player thought. In fact, she was so NOT expecting that win, that she didn’t even realise she’d won £67,400. She actually thought she’d won £400! - 10/10 for observation Roomie! - Quite a lot of difference between those two figures, eh? ; ) And, as this lucky, 49 year old lady from Abergele in Wales stated, “she would have been “happy with that”. But, why be happy with £400, when you can have another £67! Okay, can you tell? I am green with envy!

Gala Bingo launched the Galaxy Scratch Card Game just months ago, in March of this year. And, it has become one of their most well liked Scratch Cards - although I get the feeling, it’s about to get even more popular! Each player has two cards for each round. Fifteen numbers are called, and players can win for a row, a column, or a diagonal line. To win the progressive jackpot, as this player did, all fifteen numbers must appear in gold. And, without doubt, that signified ‘star spangled’ pot of gold, for this lucky player! Which just shows you. It isn’t about how much you bet, or even the odds. It’s about playing. If you don’t play, you won’t win. If you do play, you just might get lucky. And, a big win like this one, can bring about a lot of changes. As the say, money gives you options. So, with £67K in the bank, you would definitely be getting plenty of those!

this was an article by Lisa for Bingo Faces on gala Bingo

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Foxy Bingo - In The Pink!?

By Lisa West on Friday, 16th October 2009

Every year, Breast Cancer ends the life of almost 12,000 women each year in the UK. And, each year, it also affects the lives of many more people. On October 18th, sees the official start of the UK’s Pink Ribbon campaign, which is held every year. The money raised from the campaign is used to provide essential funds, for various medical schools, teaching hospitals and research institutes, based in the UK. All of which are working hard, to find a way to prevent, and possibly even cure, this crippling disease.

This is by no means a new campaign. But then, breast cancer is by no means, a new disease. While the disease continues to take the lives of women, it is necessary to continue the research. Therefore, although you may well have given your support in times past, it is essential that everyone continues to do so. And, this year, you can do that, simply by playing Bingo with Foxy. This year, Foxy Bingo have come up with some easy ways for members to help raise money for the campaign. All players have to do? Login, and take part in Foxy’s ‘Play It Pink’ promotions.

While the ‘Play it Pink’ promotion is running, tickets for the American, 75ball, game will be using the P pattern. P for Pink of course! Foxy will donate a penny, to the Pink Ribbon campaign, every time a player purchases ten cards; in their special Play it Pink, 75ball game rooms. Foxy will also put a penny in the campaign pot, for every ticket sold, in their big Monday night, £1000, guaranteed jackpot game. Some of Foxy Bngo’s CM;s are also taking part, organising various fund raising events. Players can also make a donation, by accessing any of those CM’s special ‘Just Giving’ campaign pages. So, come on… Let’s be having you! All in the name of a good cause, of course ; )

This was an article by LJ for Bingo faces on Foxy Bingo

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Party Gaming - Raking It In!

By Lisa West on Saturday, 17th October 2009

Party Gaming certainly knew what they were doing, when they acquired major online operator, Cashcade. That is, if their third quarter results for this year are anything to go by. Cashcade have just revealed that revenues are on the up and up, by eleven percent, to almost $113million. So, it certainly looks like the ‘Cashcade acquisition’ has had quite an impact on the figures. Collectively, the Cashcade sites have almost 190,000 players. Of which, 48,400 signed up, in the third quarter of 2009 alone. Together, they wager $150K each and every single day.

In response to the news, a Party Gaming spokesman stated, “The integration of the business is progressing well”. Indicating that the company were “pleased with its performance to-date.” UUmmm? Who isn’t going to be please with rising revenues? Especially in this day and age, with the current world recession, eating its way through the economy. According to Party Gaming, this months trading has been good, and the company are “confident about the Group's full year prospects.” Indeed, if the current trend sticks, the future for Party Gaming is looking very sweet.

The Cashcade sites include some of the leading online Bingo websites around; Think Bingo; Cheeky Bingo; Bingo Scotland; Foxy Bingo, and Little Big Bingo. Just to name a few! These sites alone, have around 15700 registered players. Who, from July through September, spent almost $10 a day. CEO for Party Gaming, Jim Ryan feels that the company’s performance was “ seasonally weak” this third quarter. Although, “in line with our expectations”. Even so, Ryan is more than aware, the acquisition of Cashcade has “transformed” Party Gaming presence. And, Ryan believes it “was the driver behind the substantial increase in our bingo revenue.” Nevertheless, the online Bingo industry is worth around $1.5 billion. And, you can bet you bottom dollar, Party gaming haven’t finished, getting their share of the market, just yet!

This was an articles by LJ for Bingo Faces on Party Gaming - Cashcade

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The 888Ladies Are Giving It Away Free ; )

By Lisa West on Sunday, 18th October 2009

According to a recent report, by a UK online Bingo monitoring service, players just can’t help being lured by Free Bingo. Apparently, the pull of the Free Bingo rooms is so strong, that it accounts for just over thirty percent of all online player activity. Blimey! Things don’t half change fast in the world of online Bingo. Back in January, Free Bingo rooms only managed to seduce around 3%. This year, players have witnessed the launch of several, leading brand, Free Bingo websites, like Cheeky and Costa Bingo. However, now, a lot of the pay to play sites are also offering Free Bingo. And, that includes the lovely 888ladies!

The 888ladies offer Free Bingo, Monday through Sunday. The “Ladies First” room opens its doors at 11.30am. Each player is allowed six tickets for each game, and there are £10 prize pots, up for grabs, every hour, right through until 11.30pm. That’s twelve hours of Free Bingo, every single day. Now, as if that wasn’t enough… every weekday evening at 7pm, Monday to Friday, players can win £300, in the big jackpot game, held in the “Bubbly Bingo” room. On Saturday and Sunday, that prize pot goes up to £500. Wow!

The 888ladies give every new player £5, when they sign up. NO deposit required, but you will need a valid credit or debit card. However, only depositing players can join in with the promotional, free and side games. But never mind! The ladies are very generous. There’s a 150% cash match bonus available, on first deposits from £10 to £100. Plus, there’s also a 50% cash match available, on all reloads of £20 to £100. That’s a lot of free games, even without the free games! Looks like the 888ladies are making sure, their members don’t go getting ‘mesmerised’, by anybody else’s offer ; )

This was an article by LJ for Bingo Faces on 888ladies Free Bingo

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Foxy Zero Changing Fast

By Lisa West on Monday, 19th October 2009

Hey, hey, hey… looks like the tide of change is on its way. And, as usual, it’s the sly old Fox leading the way! While current Foxy Zero members may be enjoying the land of “No Deposit Free Bingo”, future roomies won’t be able to sample the same pleasure. Now, although there may be an echo of ‘moans and groans’, among freebie hunters up and down the country. Pay to play players are rolling in the ‘loyalty’ promotions. Literally! Operators are literally falling over themselves, to get players depositing their cash. Because, at the end of the day, what goes out must come in… something like that anyway. You get the drift!

You can’t drive a car without putting in petrol. And, you can’t keep paying out prize money, without taking in some cash. The whisper throughout the Bingo industry, since the arrival of free play sites, has always been, “How long are they going to keep this up?”. Or, “How long can they keep this funded”. Well, it seems, in the case of Foxy Zero, not long. On one hand, this is a incredibly sensible and logical move, on their behalf. And, it is definitely going to work out to the advantage of paying players. But, on the other hand….

When Foxy Zero first launched, it was done so as a completely free to play, Bingo website. To most, that means there is no need to part with any cash to play. Although their action is not exactly unfair, and is actually more fair to paying players, it does seem a little.. Well, misleading. Kind of like, portraying yourself as the cow, when really, you’re the milkman. While both deliver the same thing, they ain’t quite the same! But hey! As long as we get our daily pint, at a fair deal price, it’s cool. Right?

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This was an article by LJ for Bingo Faces on Foxy Zero

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Who's The Poshest?

By Lisa West on Wednesday, 21st October 2009

Mirror, Mirror on the wall; who is the ‘Poshest’ of them all? Posh Bingo carried out a survey, among one thousand of their players, from up and down the UK. The burning question? Who do they think is the ‘Poshest’ celebrity, in the UK. It might seem like an obvious result to some, curiously, not to me! Scoring 18%, way ahead of the crowd, was HRH; with Joanna Lumley coming in second, grabbing 7% of the votes. Second and third rankings were a little tighter, with Cheryl Cole receiving 5%. Although these results might be interesting, quirky even! When you look at the results regionally, things really do start to get interesting.

In the North East, it was a split result for the top spot, between HRH and Cheryl Cole. Both of whom gained 16% of the votes each. Of course, this is Cheryl’s ‘home turf’, so there was always going to be a touch of healthy ‘favouritism’ there. After all, Miss Cole is probably THE most famous WAG about town! However, there’s a LOT of difference between ‘Girls Aloud’ member, and X Factor presenter, Cheryl Cole and HRH! Blimey! Those two definitely don’t use the same hairdresser! What’s more, around 30% of the Posh players, who voted in the North East, voted for themselves. Of course, the voting wouldn’t have been complete without the appearance of the lovely Joanna Lumley, with 8% of the votes. Who, by the way, came in equal to David Beckham…

In the South West, HRH maintained her poll position. However, this time, tying with Cheryl Cole. Amanda Holden and the ‘Real’ Posh, Miss Beckham herself, also gaining a good majority of votes. The good old Oxford Dictionary defines the word ‘posh’ as meaning, ‘the quality or state of being elegant, stylish or upper class’. Obviously, a lot of people seem to be translating that to mean a lot of things. For instance? Helen Mirren, Prince Charles, Katie Price and ex hubby Pete. As Posh Bingo manager, Maurice Karpes, points out, “ "It's interesting who people perceive to be posh." Quite….

This was an article by LJ for Bingo Faces on Posh Bingo

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Costa Bingo Hit’s the Small Screen

By Lisa West on Thursday, 22nd October 2009

Costa Bingo is a frontrunner within the world of online Bingo. Although starting out as a freeplay Bingo website, recently, they have been trying a slightly different ‘tact’. Most notably, with regards to the incentives on offer, for depositing players. Does this mean that we can look towards Costa Bingo, as an up and coming pay to play contender? Who will be shining his light ‘up there’, alongside names such as Foxy Bingo? Well, with the level of publicity, Costa Bingo are now putting into action, me thinks this might well be the case.

Publicity works… repetition works! (Try telling the old man that!) And television publicity works more than most. That’s a proven fact, and why TV Adverts can cost the advertiser an arm and a leg. So, it’s no surprise, a get up and go site, like Costa Bingo, has decided to take the plunge. Unlike many of their competitors, Costa has not opted to sponsor any particular program. Instead, the new animated advert has been popping up during some mainstream programs, on various channels. It’s short and sweet, and features a Mr Sunny… lol… he’s does a lot of bouncing about, and shouting about ‘That’s Massive’. In reference to the massive promotions on offer at Costa Bingo. Of course!!!

Operations Manager for Costa Bingo has high hopes for their latest campaign, stating that she feels the new Ads will “take costabingo.com and free online bingo to the next level”. Next level? Pay to play Bingo? Would that be what she means, by “next level”… If that is the plan, will their shift in ‘preference’ simply see the loss of their free players. Do they care! Costa Bingo has approximately three thousand five hundred players, logging in on a regular basis. And, as Costa’s operations manager points out, free Bingo has no financial risks attached to it. It simply offers free fun, and "the highest level of bingo game play online”. Not a lot to add there then…

This was an article by LJ for Bingo Faces on Costa Bingo

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The Rise (& Fall?), and Rise of Bingo

By Lisa West on Friday, 23rd October 2009

Bingo has seen a miraculous metamorphosis over the past couple of years. Although, especially during the last 12months. In times past, if you played a game of Bingo, it was because you were taking your Gran out for the evening! Recently, there has been big swing, towards the launch of smart new Bingo Halls, revamps and modernism. Some might say, this was due to a ‘do or die’ situation for land based operators. Since the introduction of online Bingo, the game plan has changed. Now, a new(ish) contender has entered the ring. And, this is no lightweight opponent. Online Bingo has, in many ways, catapulted the Bingo game onto a new level. Huge numbers of players are logging in daily, to play at their favourite online site.

The change has been too much, too soon, for some operators. And, unfortunately, they have since closed their doors for the last time. Without doubt, the raised tax rate, recession, and smoking ban, helping them along. Even so, there are many land based Bingo Halls doing very well, thank you! But, what of the online Bingo Industry? Has this also had its toll, upon the already flagging Bingo Halls. Almost certainly. ..

But, what has made online Bingo such a success? Number 1? Bingo is a social game, and online Bingo offers the enjoyment of that, without the same expense. No travelling costs, and, tonnes of ‘Bargain Bucket’ tickets. Many of the big brand operators offering free, and penny Bingo. Plus, when the schedule is tight, logging in is a darn site quicker than going into town. To which, I might add, at home, you always, get your favourite, or ‘lucky’ chair!

There has been some big advancements online, with regards to technology. Better graphics, better communication options, better games… The online operators get pretty imaginative, when it comes to promotions, and variations of the basic Bingo game. Nothing like a bit of variety to keep the spice in life! And, on top of all that, you can find online Bingo action, twenty four hours a day, seven days a week. No wonder it’s doing so well!

This was an article by LJ for Bingo Faces on Online Bingo

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William Hill & Playtech - A Winning Combination.

By Lisa West on Saturday, 24th October 2009

Two of the UK’s largest gaming operators have released trading figures this week. Nothing too unusual or curious about that, you might say… and, I have to agree! However, what is curious? Is the fact that neither of them included any detailed information, with regards to their Bingo operations. So, who are we talking about? Namely, Playtech and William Hill. It was a year ago, in October, when the two companies first joined their online operations at the hip. Therefore, the figures are somewhat significant. It has been a long year, no doubt, for Henry Birch. The man who is at the head of the division. He’s had some task, working out how to integrate, and make the most of what the two have to offer.

On the Playtech side, the company have been investing copious amounts of time and money, developing their own range of Bingo games. In the report Playtech stated, that among the years ‘operational highlights’, was the “launch of a new version of Playtech's Bingo product”. However, this was about the long and short of it! William Hill’s online gaming assets use Virtue Fusion software. Although, one might well expect that to change in the future. Indeed, although William Hill said that their “ casino, poker, bingo and skill games” were “performing well”, and “in line with management expectations”. According to the report, their gaming activities collectively delivered a “net revenue growth of 98% by the third quarter.”

There were few more details than this, included in the report. Other than an air of optimism. The companies state, they believe the current figures will “be further boosted by increased liquidity contributed by existing and new licensees”. And yes, things do look positive for both. Unlike Ladbrokes, whose shares have plummeted recently, due to problems with huge debts. Shares for William Hill and Playtech have stabilised. So, looks like they’ve found themselves a winning combination.

This was an article by LJ for Bingo Faces on Online Bingo

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Odds On At Crown Bingo

By Lisa West on Sunday, 25th October 2009

When it comes to Jackpots boys and girls, Crown Bingo is definitely king. Just sifting through the latest, I came across an interesting (and very informative) site that was ‘monitoring’ stats for the big brand sites. Things like, how many players online, average pot, biggest jackpot available, that kind of thing! Now, while you might be thinking, “yeah, yeah”. More stats to fry my brain! Looking at these, these are actually useful. Now, while I am highly entertained by ‘who’s the Poshest’, and so on… Bingo is, after all, a gambling game. And, when it comes to edging your bets, stats can be extremely useful.

For instance? When it comes to how many players are logged in, Crown Bingo was sitting in 10th place, with just under 600 players. Tombola Bingo, on the other hand, sitting at the top of the tree, had more than 2000players logged in. Now, compare the odds of winning there, with the fact that average pots at both sites, are around £45/£50. You Don’t need to be a mathematician to work out, on which site the odds are more favourable. Crown Bingo wins, hands down.

Another, “For instance”? Just take a look at the jackpots available. In the Top 10, there are two operators who stand out from the crowd. With regards to HUGE Jackpots. Ladbrokes Bingo have a million up for grabs, and Mecca, just under £95,000. However, when it comes to a balance of ratios, between how many players, and how big those jackpots are, Crown Bingo definitely turn up trumps. At the moment, Crown has six major jackpot prizes on offer. The Cash Cow is sitting at just under £20K: The Turbo Charger, at £16,482.16: The Crown Jewels, at £13,504.66: The Super Joker Jackpot, at £12,688.16: The Gold Rush, at £10,806.97. And finally, the Big Apple at £7,646.41. Do I need to say more?

This is an article by LJ for Bingo faces on Crown Bingo

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The Luckiest Town In The UK - Or The Most Thrifty!

By Lisa West on Monday, 26th October 2009

Gala TV do love their surveys. Almost as much as me, and I am a total head banger for them! As we all know, Bingo is a pure game of chance, which is why, any survey about luck, has to be useful! Only a short while ago, Gala TV Bingo carried out a survey, among their winning Bingo players. They discovered that Taureans are the luckiest players of all. However! When it comes to which UK town has the luckiest Bingo players, it’s the people of Harrogate topping the hall of fame. That’s all very interesting, but the real burning question has to be, “why”?

Gala Bingo TV is keeping mum, about why that might be. So, it’s a mystery! Maybe? Could be there are a lot of Taureans in Harrogate… did anyone check? Maybe they are ‘Summer Lovin’ people ; ) Apart from that, another thing springs to mind. The people of Yorkshire are legendary for their “cautious money management”… So, maybe that is more what the survey indicates. A case of extra thrifty wagering, as opposed to extra luck! Sounds like there’s a been some crafty tactics, underway to me… The question is, how do you get them to part with that very useful data!

Have you seen that old ‘scientology’ thing? Where Robins, and the such like, learn how to get into those complex ‘food maze’ bird boxes? Then, (for instance…), the Robin in Harrogate who sussed it, passes on that information to his bird buddies. And, before you know it, the Robins in Lands End are doing it that way. Well, this might be a good time to have a few Bingo Buddies in Harrogate. At worst, some of their ‘luck’ might rub off! I also know for a fact, the people of Yorkshire make very good tea…

This was an article by LJ for Bingo Faces on Gala Bingo

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Gala Bingo Team - Top of The World Ma!

By Lisa West on Wednesday, 28th October 2009

The twenty four strong team of Gala Bingo workers reached base camp on Sunday. Nine days after leaving from Kathmandu, on October 16th. What a bunch of super stars they are! Even though the guys and girls have succeeded in their task, there’s no need to stop giving. Visit: http://www.galacoraleveresttrek.co.uk/2009/08/27/everest-bingo-game/ and you can still donate, to any one (or all of them if you like) of the twenty four who made the climb.

Patrick King, one of the group, and assistant manager at Gala’s Bingo Hall in Sudbury, was among those hoping to raise £100K for the Sue Rider Charity. He, like most, is just falling short of his target. So, they need your dosh Roomies! Each of the group has their own “just Giving” page. You can read why, what and how, each and every one decided to take on this enormous challenge. It’s great to read their stories, and you will be surprised, and inspired to read why, each and every one of them joined in.

According to the groups blog, there were a “few tears” around when they reached base camp. Without doubt, achieving what you set out to do, when it is such an arduous thing too do, is bound to stir a few emotions. The trek has taken them 75miles, and 2700 meters up the worlds highest mountain. You might wonder, how did they manage that? According to them,
“through a combination of sheer will power and team spirit”.

Of course, they have achieved a lot personally, as well as doing a great thing for a very deserving charity. The twenty four Gala Employees who made the climb, were chosen from around 100 original applicants. Before they even left for base camp, they had already achieved a great deal. These guys have been through a gruelling experience, and yet, all they are asking you to do, is donate… so donate!

This was an article by Lisa for Bingo faces on Gala Bingo

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Ladbrokes Bingo - Banging Up The Bonuses

By Lisa West on Tuesday, 27th October 2009

Ladbrokes Bingo have been upping their bonuses of late. Before, Newbies had to spend £10, before they could claim £20 in Bingo bonus money. Now, just £5 will be enough, to get your hands on the twenty. However, new players do have to wait for that bonus to be given, after they have spent the qualifying £5 on Bingo cards. But not too long, just 48hrs… Plus, it looks like they are more than ready to jump on the ‘bonus bandwagon’, in more ways than one.

Ladbrokes Bingo have just introduced a fabulous new game, “Deal or No Deal Bingo”. And, they are bringing it in with a big, celebratory, bang! Any player who buys £20 worth of tickets for the new game, can claim £10 in free dosh - up until October 29th. Players need to register for the promotions first, but it is easy and very quick. Which is just as well, because this offer isn’t around forever. Just go to the Ladbrokes promotions page, fill in you email address and alias, and go play. That’s it.

If you are a newly registered player, and have deposited £10, you will have to deposit another £10 to qualify. Plus, it should be noted, the free £10 cannot be withdrawn. Even so, new players who deposit £20, will receive £30 in free cash. Just for joining up and playing £20 worth of Deal or No Deal Bingo. And boy, is this a great game! Win a full house and you will be in for a call from the banker. Now’s the time to make your choice. Will you stick to the prize pot you already won? (which is hidden behind the box). Or, take the amount the banker offers? Now that Roomies, will be entirely your decision. But play it right, and you could be up for a share in a massive cash jackpot prize. So, is that a deal? Or not? Me thinks yes Roomies!

This was an article by LJ for Bingo Faces on Ladbrokes Bingo

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UK Online Bingo - Australian Gambling Allegations Shocker

By Lisa West on Thursday, 29th October 2009

Australiangambling.com.au have unearthed some damning, and un-nerving indications that UK Bingo players are being betrayed. As well as members from some of the worlds top online gambling companies. The allegation is more than shocking, and involves names such as, Foxy, William Hill and 888. According to industry sources, players details are being sold online for a price. And a pretty price it is too…. Thousands of pounds in some cases. However, even though players might be shocked, and even a little upset about discovering that, it has not yet been clarified, as to whether any laws are actually being broken.

If this is the case, it could turn out that some of the UK’s leading brand Bingo Operators, may be in a shocking breach of player privacy. Although, the consequences of that could be great, whether legal or not. The details being sold include, names, addresses, DOB, email address and even financial information. As in, how much that player has deposited, lost and won. And, it is available to anybody, anywhere, who has enough money to buy it.

Of course, gambling operators are far from the only industry to buy and sell personal data. Far, far from it. And, it has yet to be clarified, if this is indeed the case. Although the internet has provided us with a whole new world, it is not always that easy to keep some privacy in it! Hence, people spend their hard earned cash on privacy and data protection software. Australian Gambling have, to date, received no replies from any of the operators involved, and they are numerous.

The commission is specifically aimed at protecting Australians. However, in this instance, their findings will to be relative to many people, all around the world. What effect this SHOCKING REPORT has, upon the world of online gambling, is yet to be seen. But, indeed, it doesn’t look like it will be a positive one, and that wont be good news for the industry.

Email between Australian gambling, and online seller - AKA Ryan:

Hi Nick, thanks for the chat on messenger earlier.
Ok, as I mentioned we have gambling data targeted to Casino, Poker, Sportsbetting and Bingo.
In the latest batch of casino data we have roughly 40k full records available which include Full name, address, email, telephone number, net loss and total deposits of each player.
All the data is European and comes from various online casinos like Casino Tropez, Eurogrand, Casinojoy, 888, Intercasino, Spin Palace, 32 red, Will Hill, Europa, Vegas Red, Platinumplay and Roxy Palace.
If you wanted to buy all the 40k casino data I would charge you $100 per 1,000 records so the total cost would be $4,000. If you just wanted to buy part of the database the cost per 1,000 would differ depending on how many you wanted to take.
Regarding poker data we have 37k full records available which again include Full name, address, email, telephone number, net loss and total deposits of each player.
All the data is European and comes from various online poker sites like Titan Poker, Poker Ocean, Pacific Poker and Full Tilt Poker.
If you wanted the whole 37k we would be looking at around $80 per 1,000 records so the total cost would be roughly $2,950. If you wanted to buy part of the database the cost per 1,000 would depend on total spend.
With regards to sports betting data, in the latest batch we have roughly 25k available which are mainly UK and are just email addresses.
The betting data as come from sites Ladbrokes, Betfair, Totesport, Will Hill and Coral.
If you wanted the whole 25k I can do you them at $50 per 1,000 as they are just email addresses so the total cost would be $1,250 or again if you just wanted part of the data the cost per 1,000 would all depend on how many you wanted.
Finally, as I mentioned we have around 500 records for bingo which are just Uk email addresses and they come from Foxy, Cheeky and Tombola Bingo.
I would be willing to chuck these in for free on any substantial order.
If you wanted to take all of the above Nick the total cost would be $8,200 but I would be willing to knock that down to $7,000 for you so you would save $1,200.
Let me know what you want to do.
Cheers Nick.
Many Regards

Ryan

This was an article by LJ for Bingo faces on UK Online Bingo

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Chief Executive At Costa Bingo Opens Up

By Lisa West on Friday, 30th October 2009

In a recent interview with egr magazine, Richard Skelhorn, CE for Costa Bingo talked about why the company had moved from affiliate, to operator. When asked if the company had created a free Bingo site, because they ‘moved in’ a little late in the game, Skelhorn indicated that “yes”, this had been a reason, “to some degree”. As far as the company were concerned, it seemed the “best way to gain the registrations needed”. And, without doubt, the strategy has been extremely effective. As Skelhorn points out, when the “barriers of entry” are removed, a site is, in principle, fairly assured of attraction players. If it costs nothing to sign up and play, as is the case at Costa Bingo, there are few reasons why, not to sign.

The same people behind Costa Bingo, launched Casino Choice, eight years ago, in 2001. It became extremely successful, sending a lot of traffic, towards a lot of Casino operators. Casino Choice, becoming a very successful affiliate website. So, what made them change tact? According to Skelhorn, it was due to their huge success, generating a awful lot of traffic, that they decided to make the change over. It turns out, they began to shoot themselves in the foot. Or, at least, maybe, the operators they were sending traffic to, began to indicate they were actually feeling threatened!

In consequence, the operators began lowering their rates, and ultimately, offering a revenue share. Faced with the facts, the company decided to move onto the operational side of things. Skelhorn stated that, “We looked at how many new depositors the established rooms were generating and knew we had a chance of competing”. Well, Costa Bingo has certainly accomplished that, and some…. It’s highly possible, even more so than anyone first imagined. And, that has to be a nice surprise for everyone at home base.

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This was an article by LJ for Bingo Faces on Costa Bingo

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GUD LUCK ANGEL Hits Home at Sky Bingo!

By Lisa West on Saturday, 31st October 2009

Sky Bingo only re-launched back into the UK online Bingo scene, a short while ago, and already, they are paying out some big money. Nothing like turning up with a big bang ; ) And, it only seems ‘right and proper’, it’s a Gud Luck Angel who has reached the heavenly heights of windom, at Sky Bingo. "GUDLUCKANGEL30", AKA Kellie ‘O’ in the chat rooms, bagged herself a stomping progressive jackpot prize. Kellie decided to take a shot at Sky Bingo, after being dazzled by their fab £15 welcome bonus, and enlightened by their UK TV advertising campaign, which have since graced our televisions.

Kellie won almost £15,500, after just depositing £5 at Sky Bingo. Awesome! Of course, you can imagine her surprise! “I never dreamed I would ever win this amount”, Kellie said. And boy, without doubt, this is one very lucky lady. Winning on your first day? Blimey! But it just goes to show, as the Gud Luck Angel herself says, all she deposited was £5. But Don’t be discouraged Bingo buddies, be encouraged! You too can sign up for Sky Bingo, deposit a fiver, and enjoy another £15 absolutely gratis. And, who knows? You can bet your last pence, even the Gud Luck Angel wasn’t expect THAT much luck! But hey, I bet she’s not complaining! An neither will you be. The worst that can happen? You get to enjoy some free Bingo fun.

The Angel won her big jackpot cash prize, playing Sky Bingo’s ‘Win4All’ game. She was playing with her free cash, when whammy! She called Bingo! On the 29th number. Kellie is a mum of three, and the £15K plus is going to bring around some big changes for her, and her family. For Kellie, this win will be “completely life changing” for them all. And, like many people who are experiencing difficulties right now, Kellie knows, “it could not have come at a better time”. So go on, be lucky!
This was an article by LJ for Bingo Faces on Sky Bingo

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Come On Winkers! Get Yourselves Together

By Lisa West on Sunday, 1st November 2009

As well as some exciting online bingo games, paying out some huge jackpot prizes, Wink Bingo also have many of the popular and classic side games. All the ones, many regular online players have long since learned to love. Or, a whole range of slot, instant and casino games, which newcomers can enjoy, learning to love! Wink Bingo are one of the few, larger online Bingo sites, who continue to offer a £15 welcome bonus. Absolutely zero deposit required. Add a 200% cash match on all first deposits of £10, and 50% on reloads of £10 or more, and you are looking at a very respectable amount of free Bingo. Never forgetting, of course, the 10% cash back for life, regardless of how much you deposit. Great stuff!

Team Bingo is certainly becoming popular among players. After all, not only does it offer players the perfect opportunity to get to know their fellow Roomies; it also offers them an opportunity to get their hands on a pile of BP’s. And BP’s are well worth having. Why? Because, Bingo buddies, you can exchange them for cash to buy Bingo tickets. And, with a first prize of 170,000 BP’s, second prize of 120,000, and third prize of 70,000, it could work out to be extremely lucrative bonus! There are BP’s up for grabs, for all the teams who make it into the Top 10. Fourth position paying out 50,000 BP’s, and 15,000 going to each team who come in fifth to tenth place.

Players are allocated their team at Wink Bingo. A big plus for Newbies, who haven’t had time to find their way around yet. No need to miss out on the action! Once Wink have got you allocated, all you need to do is play Bingo. As usual! And, each month, you will be allocated to a new team. Team players who win, earn points for that team. You got it! The more your team wins, the higher they climb on the leader board. Money for nothing Roomies!

This was an article by LJ for Bingo Faces on Wink Bingo

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Jackpot Joy’s Big Achievement

By Lisa West on Monday, 2nd November 2009

Anyone who plays at Jackpot Joy knows, this operators like to doing things a little differently. They are just about up for anything, that will ensure their loyal players, always have a good time. Like? Like sharing out £30K. Why? Coz their celebrating! With absolutely no strings attached, Jackpot Joy shared out £30K to their members, in celebration of signing up member number 3Million. That’s around three percent of the entire UK population! What an awesome achievement, and what an awesome celebration.

On the night of the celebration, more than nine thousand people were online, joining in with the Jackpot Joy Bingo party. Every active player received £3.14, as their share of the £30K. The team at Jackpot Joy were more than prepared for the celebrations to begin. In fact, they had been eagerly awaiting the arrival of their three millionth member - bottle of champagne in one hand, and £30K in the other. Now, that’s what I call an operator!

If you have never tried Jackpot Joy, and are a little nervous about handing over the cash, no worries. It is possible to register for a “Fun Play” account. No deposit required, and it only takes a minute to sign up. As a “Fun” player you can try out all the bingo games, including the side games. And, with so many on offer, you are guaranteed to have a lot of fun.

If you decide to become a depositing player at Jackpot Bingo, the rewards are great. New players receive a 100% cash match on all first deposits. Naturally, depositing members can play for cash, and believe, there’s plenty of that about! The payout rate with this operator is averaging at around 95%.

Jackpot Joy launched nine years ago, and the number of players they have attracted, merely confirms the fact: Jackpot Joy are one of the most established, and popular Bingo sites on the net. Don’t believe me? It’s free to play. So, go put it to the test!

This was an article by LJ for Bingo Faces on Jackpot Joy

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Treat Yourself! Courtesy of The Sun Bingo

By Lisa West on Tuesday, 3rd November 2009

If you are a registered member at the Sun Bingo, then this November, you are in for a real treat! This month, the Sun Bingo are offering five chance for ALL members to receive a £10, UK High Street gift voucher. Useful stuff, hey Roomies? Treat yourself to something in the new year sales maybe? The vouchers will be delivered by the end of December, and can be cashed in a some of the UK’s top stores… more than eighty of them in fact. Including the everlasting Debenhams, WH Smith, HMV and Boots. From musician to maestro of the the BBQ, you’ll find a store to suit your every whim. How will you spend yours????

Players simply need to spend at least £2 on Bingo tickets, or £10 on the slots; on each of the five allocated days. Basically, spend £10 on Bingo and get a £10 voucher free. If you are not a member yet, better fire up those dabbers Roomie, and get down to Sun Bingo today. Don’t want to miss out on the action! The Sun Bingo will match any deposit you make, from £10 to £100, and pays out over £5Million every week in cash and prizes. The promotions put this website in another league, their generosity being legendary. The Sun can’t seem to stop themselves spoiling their players with extras. Ruined they are! Ruined!

Every member is entitled to claim the voucher, so long as they meet the criteria. The Sun Bingo have a tonne of other great promotions, like free and BOGOF Bingo. As well as regular, £1000 guaranteed jackpot games. But this offer? Spending a tenner, receiving a tenner back; plus, getting to play your favourite game, and maybe win a few coffers into the bargain.. Sounds like a real Sun Bingo deal to me!

This was an article by LJ for Bingo Faces on Sun Bingo

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Foxy Bingo - The Face Of Facebook?

By Lisa West on Friday, 6th November 2009

Everyone knows how much UK players ‘lurve’ the Fox. He has become one of the most recognise faces, throughout the world of online Bingo… and, without doubt, the Fox is now up there, alongside other such Bingo greats, such as the awesome Sharon Osborne. Facebook has done a lot to get people together, from all around the world. Social networking is becoming the ‘norm’, apart of our daily life now, like emails and eBay! Everyday, people are signing up to Facebook, to keep in touch with friends and family, even promote their business enterprises and creative works. You name it, if it media, its on Facebook.

Companies are also understanding the benefits of social networking. Facebook being regarded today, as an influential online marketing tool. On Facebook, people and businesses can get seen, without being ‘in your face’… to coin a phrase. Of course, Foxy Bingo being a cool, hip and butt whipping kinda operator, he was never going to be one of those who cant realise its potential. Both for Foxy, and for their player community.

Foxy Bingo are advertising some of their best promotions, on their Facebook fanpage. If you are a member at Foxy, signing up to the fanpage, will be enough to make sure you don’t miss out. Foxy Bingo members can earn 5000 Foxy Bonus Points, for every friend they recommend to Foxy, who signs up and makes a deposit. Members can use their Facebook profile to invite all their friends. Very easy… And certainly a very innovative way to make the most of this great offer.

Five thousand Foxy Bingo points is equivalent to £5 in free Bingo. With over forty games rooms and tickets from just 5p, that can buy 100 Bingo tickets at Foxy Bingo. New players receive a 100% cash match on their first deposit too. Plus, Foxy has loads of great promotions and other ‘stuff’ on offer. As well as some darn fine Bingo! Well worth recommending… so recommend!

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Cheeky Bingo - So Special!

By Lisa West on Saturday, 7th November 2009

Cheeky Bingo has a special place, in the world of online Bingo. Among the first online Bingo websites, to offer free and unabashed, 24/7, free Bingo. Since its launch, it has become somewhat of a legend in its own lunchtime, and has a huge following of dedicated players. The special promotions at Cheeky are nigh-on unmatched, and there are some big cash pots up for grabs too. From the off, no need to make a deposit, to play the free games. Even so, there are a lot of good reasons to make one.

Make a minimum deposit of £10 and enjoy a 200% cash match. That’s £20, absolutely free. To really make the most of the special offers at Cheeky, it takes a deposit: Once you do that, the world of Cheeky Bingo opens up tenfold. For starters? Depositing players are eligible to enter the £5000 Guaranteed Jackpot, every Friday night at 9pm. Tickets are 50p and can be pre-purchased. So, you won’t be missing out on any Friday night action… in or out of Bingo land!

There are millions of Cheeky Points up for grabs, every week. From 10pm on Saturday, all players are treated to double CP’s. As well as some seriously big jackpot games. The Cheeky Minx and Naughty But Nice rooms get pretty wild over the weekends… especially Saturday night. Again, only depositing players can join in with the Saturday night party, in these 10p and 5p rooms. So, another good reason to hand over your tenner! Cheeky Bingo have paid ticket games from just 1p, and depositing a little, sure can get you a lot round here. Signing up for the newsletter is a smart move too. No need to every miss out on a Cheeky Bingo Special again. Sorted!

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Mecca & Gala Out Of The Running - Bingo Operator Of The Year 2010

By Lisa West on Monday, 9th November 2009

Mecca Bingo and Gala Bingo are not on the shortlist, for this years Bingo Operator Of The Year award. A surprise, as the size of the business is one of the criteria, taken into account. And, why Crown Bingo did not enter this years competition. While size may not be everything, it does seem to come into the equation, for just about everything! The UK Bingo Operator Of The Year Award is sponsored by eGaming Review, and is considered a prestigious award, within the industry. Therefore, the release of the short list has been highly anticipated. The six UK operators, who did make it to the shortlist, are probably not going to be so surprising to you, as those who didn’t.

Cashcade’s Foxy Bingo has been shortlisted….. Of course, nobody will be too surprised at that. Foxy Bingo is a showcase for Cashcade, and a mighty fine showcase he is too! Foxy games run on the Globalware platform. Although only one of Cashcade’s sites made it to the short list, Globalware are providing the Bingo software for two of the short listed operators; Foxy Bingo, and Wink Bingo. Spacebar Media, an Online Marketing Firm, based in London; own Wink Bingo. Indeed, Wink Bingo do not only owe their great success to some good promotions, they also owe a lot to some extremely clever and innovative marketing. Of course, the cap has changed a little over the years. Today, Wink Bingo is a hugely popular online Bingo destination, with a major following of loyal and happy Winkers, logging in on a regular basis.

William Hill Bingo are one of two operators to be short listed, using the Virtue Fusion platform. Ladbrokes Bingo being the other, who, this year, are in the running for many gaming industry awards. Tombola Bingo and Jackpot Joy make up the six finalists: Both running their games on ‘in-house’ software. The winner of this coveted award will be announced on November 30th, at eGaming’s ‘Review Awards Gala Dinner’.

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Online Bingo or Bingo Halls?

By Lisa West on Wednesday, 11th November 2009

There is much debate, as to how safe online Bingo websites are. Scare mongering about online payments; are your details safe? As well as, are the pay outs fair? Is there any possibility of ‘fixing’ the numbers? Well, to date, there have been NO incidents, with regards to online Bingo and the question of ‘fair play’. And, with the level of encryption, imposed upon all online payments, it would certainly take more than a 29 year old Bingo caller to crack it.

So, what do I mean by that? Christian Grant, who previously had a job as a caller, for Gala’s Gateshead Bingo club, managed to by pass their system. In consequence, £9000 in prize money was paid out to his girlfriend, and her friend, which shouldn’t have been paid out. Which also means, in consequence, the players who should have won were ‘diddled’ out of their money. However, despite that being the truth, those players will never know. No doubt, every player at the Gala Bingo Hall in Gateshead are currently feeling a bit sore.

Grant received a nine month jail sentence for his dishonesty. Although, without doubt, Mr Grant is going to find his sentence much longer than that. He has become one of the most famous Bingo callers in the UK, for all the wrong reasons. However, despite the fact that Grant was caught with his fingers in the Gala Bingo pot, it wasn’t by any security checks carried out by Gala. It was entirely down to the suspicions of another player, who reported the possibility of a fraud, that Grant was caught.

In another incident at a Gala Bingo Hall in Tooting, a 70 year old lady was beaten about the head by a thirty’ish year old, because she asked her to move her feet. One can’t help but think…maybe we are all better indoors? …playing Bingo online. In many ways, it seems the safer, more secure, and cheaper option. Maybe it’s not just about the taxes after all……

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Ladbrokes Bingo - On The Move

By Lisa West on Thursday, 12th November 2009

When the government announced a raise in taxes for land based Bingo clubs the whole industry was up in arms. Even so, regardless of how many, who or where they protested, the government stayed staunch to the new tax rate: Completely unwilling to reconsider. Of course, Bingo has suffered the rebuff of recession, as have many UK businesses. And, like the public house and restaurant owners, the Bingo industry has felt the brunt of a smoking ban.

Ashas been well documented, a lot of Bingo operators have fallen to the wayside. Whilst the larger operators have had to fight their own financial battles. Some, streamlining and ‘selling off’ assets in order to keep their heads above water. So, at a time when operators were already struggling, the government decided to raise taxes. Sounds like a plan.... As predicted, this dealt a final blow to smaller companies, and led to larger brands taking their business elsewhere.

Ladbrokes are one of the UK’s leading Bingo operators, as well as top bookmakers. Even so, when their half yearly financial reports can back, Ladbrokes realised.... They simply cannot compete successfully, within the gaming industry, with such heavy tax burdens. Not when they are competing against gaming companies, who have the benefit of a low tax rates, simply because their businesses are registered offshore.

So, the solution? To match those businesses - like Paddy Power, who are based in Gibraltar - and get their business moved offshore. Christopher Bell, Ladbrokes chief exec, originally confirming this in August. Back then, Bell stated that the UK tax rate was “unsustainable” and that the company would be leaving in the new year. However, last week, Ladbrokes announced they would be relocating before then. Seems, like many, they can’t wait to get away from Mr Brown. WTG Gordon….

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Bingo Love Is All Around

By Lisa West on Friday, 13th November 2009

People from all around the world, love a game of Bingo. A game renowned for bringing communities together. A game where you can win prizes and win friends… what more could anyone wish for? Well, Catherine Whitehead probably didn’t put a husband on her Bingo ‘wish list’, but looks like she got one anyway! Catherine, thirty eight, joined Gala Bingo online after illness meant she couldn’t go to her local club. Although she might not of thought it at the time, that was going to be one of the best things that ever happened to her!

Romance began simply… Catherine and her now, soon to be husband, Julian Brook, wishing each other luck in the chat rooms. From there, the couple moved on to some friendly chats in public, then in private. Soon, the pair realised they had a even bigger connection than Bingo. So much so, when they made their first phone call to each other, it went on for seven hours! Catherine stated, “One evening I called Julian at midnight and we spoke until 7am. I'd never felt this way about anyone before, it just felt so comfortable from the start.” After such a connection, there was only one thing left to do. Meet up of course.

For their first date the couple met in Hull and hit it off immediately. As Catherine knows, “Meeting each other face to face in Hull just confirmed how compatible we were.” From that date, things have gone from strength to strength for the two of them. So much so, they are now off to tie the knot! Julian is forty six and lives in Hull. That’s around 120miles away from his soul mate, Catherine. Would their paths have crossed, had they not played online Bingo? In many ways, it really does seem these two were destined to be together. Don’t you just love it!

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Expect The Best From Tombola Bingo

By Lisa West on Saturday, 14th November 2009

Everyone knows, they can expect the very best from Tombola Bingo. And, it seems that can be said as fervently, with regards to their games, as it can for their adverts. For some time Tombola Bingo have been readying their bumpers - the name given to those short and sweet sponsorship adverts, just before and after the commercial breaks…

The program being sponsored is the ever endearing Emmerdale. And, the new adverts looked all set. However, the launch of Tombola’s new Emmerdale ‘bumpers’ has been shifted to 16th November. So, it seems everyone will have to keep control of their dabbers a bit longer. But, thankfully, not too long!

The Tombola Bingo advertising team have been burning the midnight oil, to deliver them on time. Even so, they still run out of time… and knowing the importance of making a good first impression, the guys have done the sensible thing. They have held off for a couple of days, until they are satisfied it is up to par. And, without doubt, if it is coming out of the Tombola camp, it is going to be good. Plus! Don’t forget, it is Tombola members who are taking up roles in the new series of ads. So, there are going to be a lot of excited members around their TV’s, making the most of their brush with fame and fortune.

Tombola Bingo pay out over £3 million in prize money every week. Not a member at Tombola yet? If you picked up one of the $5 voucher codes, it can still be used. Or, deposit from £10 to £25 on sign up, and they will give you a 100% cash match. Still not convinced? Bet you will be, once you catch the latest Emmerdale!
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Battle Of The Bingo Breaks

By Lisa West on Sunday, 15th November 2009

Who would have known? A singing Jalapeno with a blonde beard could become a virtual Bingo legend, on the world wide web. When Virgin Bingo ran their first ever online advertising campaign, was anyone prepared for just how successful it would be? They may have been hoping… but expecting? Probably not! And it does seem not, because they wouldn’t be extending it only now, onto the small screen. Would they? If that had been the case. Of course, you don’t have to be a marketing genius to understand the power of advertising. Or to realise the power of a singing Jalapeno!

The Jalapeno was designed to be likened to the man of Virgin Bingo himself, Sir Richard Branson. Virgin Bingo say, they are bringing the advert to the small screen because of its huge success online, and no changes will be made. The main aim of the Jalapeno being to make sure everyone knows about the 3hrs of FREE BINGO, available everyday at Virgin Bingo. The advert will run from November 16th. Curiously, the revised launch date for Tombola’s Emmerdale ‘Bumper’ adverts. Is this a direct challenge? Is it dabbers at dawn between the Jalapeno and those down on the farm? Will it be sing? Or soup? for the happy Jalapeno….

Catchy Bingo breaks, during some of the most popular shows on TV, are becoming a major advertising tool for many of the UK's leading brand operators. With Foxy, Wink and Mecca all releasing new advertisements recently. Ricardo the Jalapeno will be hitting all the main terrestrial and freeview channels from November 16th. Or, you can still track him down easily online. Try YouTube.... Online Bingo is certainly taking on a new form. And, never has the competition been so hot and heated… quite literally… as when it comes from Virgin Bingo.
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Got The Itch? Go Scratch It At Foxy Bingo - FREE!

By Lisa West on Monday, 16th November 2009

Foxy Bingo have been stepping up the promotions lately. Although, rather than concentrating on getting the incentives in for new players, they seem to be concentrating on the members they already have. That’s not to say they aren’t giving a great first deposit bonus. Signing up is quick and easy, and any deposit between £10 and £150 will be matched 100%. But the real incentives at Foxy Bingo are there to reward players for their loyalty. For instance? Every time a player deposits at Foxy they receive a 50% cash match on all deposits from £10, up to £100. Plus, on top of the cash match bonus, players also earn Foxy Bonus Points every time.

As soon as a player makes a deposit, they join the Foxy Membership Scheme. The more you play at Foxy Bingo, the more Bonus Points you receive. The more you play, the more points collected, and the better the rewards are. Plus, the points can be exchanged for cash to buy Bingo cards. Foxy gives his players tonnes of opportunities to win extra Bingo Points. Keep you eyes down for the weekly promotions, like the Happy Hour chat games and weekend Tournaments. Get together with a team, and go for the 5Million BP’s up for grabs every month. Bag a slice of those and it will keep you in the free Bingo for a while!

Foxy Bingo has a mountain of Bingo Bonus Points up for grabs all the time. Even so, he’s a very generous fellow, and so always coming up with new ways to reward roomies. Now, every registered player at Foxy Bingo - even those who signed up during the ‘no deposit’ days, and never deposited - can help themselves to a FREE Scratch Card every day. And, a guaranteed prize is theirs, every single day. There’s tonnes of Bonus Points up for grabs and some fab prizes. All you have to do is login. You can’t miss it!

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Warm Up This Winter At Wink Bingo

By Lisa West on Tuesday, 17th November 2009

Wink Bingo has introduced some great new progressive jackpot games just lately. Bobby1971 was among the first big winners on the newest of their progressive slots. He managed to walk away with over £5000 on the first day they were launched! That should be enough to keep him warm this Winter. Talking of which….

As all Brits know, the winter months are long… and extremely cold in the UK. So, to make sure at least one Wink member doesn’t get frost bite this year, Wink Bingo have a fab pair of ‘Ugg’ Boots up for grabs. Ugg’s are extremely fashionable at the moment. A unisex sheepskin boot lined with wool, worn by celebs and the ‘in crowd’.

Originally, Ugg Boots were styled and worn by the ‘country folk’ of China and the Artic and. Then, during the first and second world war pilots wore them to keep out the cold. In the sixties, surfers and competition swimmers started wearing them, to keep their feet warm once they were out of the water. But Ugg Boots really came into their own around the seventies, in Australia. And today, it’s pretty much a generic term for all Australian kangaroo or sheepskin boots, made in the original Ugg style. But of course, these are particularly special ones up for grabs at Wink!

So, how can you win these ultra cool and ultra cosy Ugg boots? Simply play Wink’s new progressive slots, from today until November 23rd. You will earn 1 Tourney point for every £10 wagered. Send a ‘winter warmer’ poem to lovely rich, and earn 2 points. Be the biggest winner of the day, on any of the new progressive slots included in this promo, and earn another 5 tourney points. The player with the most points at the close of the Tourney, wins the Ugg Boots and Slippers…. couldn’t be simpler, or more fun!

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Sun Free Bingo Celebration

By Lisa West on Wednesday, 18th November 2009

Wow! The Sun have been around for forty years. It’s official! Of course, the party is in full swing. And as a big celebratory treat for all their players, the Sun Bingo are offering Free Bingo every day, right up until Sunday. So, get along to the Fashion room for some Sun free bingo party fun. The freebies start at 8pm and run until 10pm. There are £50 guaranteed jackpots for all the free games. Being a 90Ball game, there’s a cash prize for one and two lines, as well as a full house. What a great way to spend a couple of relaxing hours at the end of a long day. A great opportunity to win some free cash and have some fun. Who could be stressed?

The free bingo doesn’t stop after the celebrations. Saturday and Sunday afternoons are BOGOF Bingo days. From two o’clock in the afternoon until four players receive a free bingo ticket for every one they buy. Like the supermarket roomies, ‘buy one get one free’… you know the score! If you are not a member with the Sun Bingo yet, but fancy joining in with the fun, it only takes a minute to sign up. And right now, they are giving a 100% welcome bonus on the first deposit. Which means roomies? More free bingo of course!

The Sun Bingo is renowned for it’s friendly community an incredible promotions. These guys have given away some of the biggest and best bounties on the net. The minimum deposit is just £10. So for very little, you don’t ‘arf get a lot! Invite your friends along. Sun Bingo will give you a £10 bonus for any friends you refer, who sign up and make a £10 deposit. And remember, they will also get that juicy 100% welcome bonus. Feeling the warmth already roomies?

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Don’t Forget To Think Bingo

By Lisa West on Saturday, 21st November 2009

There’s a tonne of cash and some awesome prizes up for grabs at Wink Bingo. With so many great games going on and exciting promotions to join in with, it can get tricky to be everywhere you want to be, at the right times. Too many bingo balls up in the air… so to speak. Of course, you can rely on Think Bingo to come up with a way. And that is? Pre purchase of course!

When it comes to pre purchase, Think Bingo have definitely got it sorted. They understand, no matter how much we want to play our beloved bingo, life just keeps getting in the way! With pre-purchase tickets, players can get their tickets anytime. Strike while the iron is hot. When you see that big jackpot prize game, just get right on in there and get your tickets. There and then. So if you get stuck with the mother in-law when the big game‘s on, you can console yourself knowing, you didn’t miss out.

And believe me, there is plenty to miss out on at Think Bingo. Not only is there a tonne of cash and of course, Bingo Bonus Points up for grabs, every single week. The prizes are enough to put Santa out of a job! Think Bingo offer an incredible 400% welcome bonus to all new players. Just deposit £10 and they will give you £40. There is thousands of pounds and some great prizes up for grabs in the pre-purchase bingo games. Even if you are busy, busy, busy… at Think Bingo you can still be inline for a big win.

The latest big £25K winner at Think Bingo scooped the jackpot with a pre-purchase ticket. A ticket they had actually forgotten about. Which highlights the other big plus about pre-purchase bingo games. Every Roomie knows, it’s just too easy these days to get caught up with things, and forget all about that big game. Do it now as they say. Good advice!

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The Countdown Is On At Mecca Bingo

By Lisa West on Thursday, 19th November 2009

The Countdown Is On At Mecca Bingo. That new £50K Jackpot has to be won, question is… will it be you? If you don’t know what I’m talking about then you are definitely missing out! Mecca Bingo have £130K to give away this month, and someone must win the £50K 90Ball Bingo jackpot by November 30th. If you are not a member yet, then now is a good time to get registered. Deposit between five and fifty pounds and they will double your money. So right now, Newbies can have twice the fun at Mecca Bingo online.

Not only can depositing players join in with £50K Jackpot promotion, they can also take part in any of Mecca’s other online bingo promotions. During November all newly registered players at Mecca Bingo can join their special “Newbie Free Bingo Room”. For November only, Mecca Bingo are treating newcomers to some free bingo. Enjoy a free bingo lunchtime break. From midday until one o’ clock any member who signed up during November can play in the special ‘Newbie Free Bingo Room’. Then enjoy another free bingo hour, from 7pm until 8pm. That’s two hours of free bingo every day!

Mecca Bingo have paid out some of the biggest jackpots online…ever! They are a leading UK Bingo operator. With £130K in guaranteed jackpots to give away this month and lots of free bingo for newbies, there’s never been a better time to join. Plus, every week Mecca Bingo are handing out £15K in their great ‘Lucky Dip’ promotion. Make sure you don’t miss out on that one - Thousands of members are up for a bonus, and that could be you. All you have to do is be a member to be in with a chance to win. Mecca Bingo certainly know the meaning of jackpots, and if you play here… so will you!

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£20K Jackpot Game For 2p At Sky Bingo

By Lisa West on Friday, 20th November 2009

For anyone who ‘ums and ahs’ over purchasing penny tickets - maybe because if they’re so cheap, they're probably not worth it… right? Wrong... think again! One EXTREMELY lucky player has just bagged £15,000 with a 2p ticket at Sky Bingo. How? In their great new monthly jackpot promotion. On the first Friday of every month Sky Bingo will be holding a jackpot game, with tickets available for just 2p. For December, the guaranteed jackpot prize now stands at a storming £20,000!!!!

Sky Bingo’s next monthly jackpot game is scheduled for Friday December 4th. Eyes down at 9.30pm… sharp! If you have any doubts that you can make it, or that you might forget (shame on you!) then go get your tickets now. If you are a member, just login and go to the highlighted pre-purchase section in the games lobby. If you’re not, go get registered! Sky Bingo are offering a very generous sign up offer at the moment. Just deposit £5 and they will give you £15. At 2p a ticket that’s a lot of free chances to win some BIG money.

Claire M, the lucky Sky Bingo player who won November’s £15K monthly jackpot game, had only just registered that day. There were 3000 players joining in win the special 2p ticket game. Claire won the £15K by getting a full house in 47numbers. Talk about lucky! Claire has seven children…. Blimey! It’s a wonder she has time for bingo. But thankfully, VERY lucky for her… she did that day!

As anyone would be, Claire is somewhat overwhelmed by it all, “I can’t believe I won, neither can my partner”. Even no, Claire keeps checking her account, to make sure it is all definitely real. Thanks to Sky Bingo and of course, lady Luck, Claire and her family are set for a fabulous Christmas. Great stuff!

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Ladbrokes Laddies Lucky Loft - 1TG Bonus Round

By Lisa West on Monday, 23rd November 2009

Ladbrokes recently said ‘adios’ to British shores. Moving their business elsewhere, to avoid the high taxes bestowed upon them by the UK ‘government’…. How can they be expected to compete otherwise? With Gordon Brown taking his ‘arm and leg’, it’s nigh on impossible for them to keep in the running. The website has had a bit of an overhaul of late. Hopefully, to make way for all those great new promotions they will be treating their players to. Hey… If they are saving all that money on taxes to ‘compete’…. then ‘promotions’ are the way to do that!

First off, they have made some changes to the terms and conditions for their ‘Welcome Bonus’. No need to deposit £10, and it is much easier to get your hands on the free £20. Simply register, deposit, spend the £5 and the money is yours. That’s a 400% cash match Roomies. What more could you ask for? How about getting the chance to win £250, without getting a full house? Yeah right… thought so!!! ; )

In the all new Ladbrokes “Laddies Lucky Loft” players who just missed out, go through to the bonus round. There is nothing more frustrating than missing out on a jackpot, because you didn’t get that very last number - in Bingo Lingo terms, that’s known as a 1TG ( 1 to Go). Usually, all you get for that is mental torture for your trouble. But in the new “Laddies Lucky Loft” at Ladbrokes, every player with a 1TG is treated to ‘Laddies’ bonus round. For free!

“Laddies Lucky Loft” is a 90ball room, which is open seven days a week, midday to midnight. When the game is called, any player sitting on 1TG automatically goes through to the bonus round. No messing about! Laddie guides you through a house, pulling downs window blinds as he goes. When he shouts “Win”, whatever the amount is, is yours. And it could be anything from 10p to £250. Not bad for losing, eh?

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Mecca Bingo - The Land Of The Jackpot Winner

By Lisa West on Tuesday, 24th November 2009

Maybe it was the shock news that Mecca Bingo were not in the running, for the 2010 Bingo Operator Of The Year. Who knows? But just lately, they have been pulling out all the jackpot stops and paying out some serious £££££ in jackpot prizes. As you may well know, the countdown is on at Mecca Bingo. There’s currently a £130K in jackpots up for grabs, with a guaranteed single jackpot winner of £50K.Before November 30th - So get a move on! New players get a 100% cash match bonus on any deposit between £5 and £50. And with all these jackpots flying around, now’s definitely a good time to register.

Even if you miss out on this months big £50 jackpot, I wouldn’t worry too much ; ) Mecca Bingo are never short of a new one! And remember, no matter what the game, you have just as much chance as the next person… unless you believe the hype….. In which case, being a Taurus will give you the advantage ; ) Only last week Mecca Bingo paid out an incredible £30K, to one lucky Mecca member on their Cleopatra’s Chest slot game. But whether she is a Taurus, nobody knows....

The £30K jackpot was won by single mum of one, Bingolinal. Being out of work and on a budget, she had to cut down on her trips to the local Mecca Bingo Hall. As have many people of late… whether unemployed, single, an unemployed and single mum, working, or working parents … Everyone is feeling the pinch. Almost certainly, a lot to do with why online Bingo has become such a huge success. No childcare fees, no transport costs, and some huge jackpots to boot. Sounds like a winning combination, and it is! Mecca Bingo online have some of the biggest jackpots available.. And people are winning. And all you need to do for a chance to win too? Just… come play!

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Plenty Of Thanks & Giving At Crown Bingo

By Lisa West on Wednesday, 25th November 2009

When you are up for a party as much as Crown Bingo, who needs an excuse for a celebration? Even so, when there is a good reason, it makes life all the sweeter - cos the promotions are all the bigger ; ) Thanksgiving is predominantly an American and Canadian affair, celebrated on the fourth Thursday of November in America. Which is? Tomorrow! So as not to seem like party poopers, and some solidarity with our American cousins… Crown Bingo are giving away THREE American Style Festive Hampers. And you wouldn’t believe the goodies inside! Everything ‘All American’… like? Buttermilk pancakes and Maple syrup. Peanut Butter - the greatest American invention! And of course, not forgetting.. Those American style (MASSIVE!) Triple Chocolate Cookies. Perfect for your Bingo T Break ; )

Thanksgiving is traditionally a time when friends and family get together for ‘Thanksgiving Dinner’. Thanksgiving is like an English Harvest Festival celebration, although they celebrate it more similarly to Christmas… without the gifts! Well, you don't have to miss out on the 'gift bit', if you play at Crown Bingo. Everyone who wagers £10 on the games at Crown Bingo this Thursday will gain automatic entry into a prize draw for one of these great Thanksgiving Hampers.

To gain entry for the second hamper, players must win a full house in Crown’s American 75 Ball Pattern Bingo room, between midday and 4pm, Thursday. So, it’s well worth playing your £10 wager here. Why? Because you can kill THREE birds with one stone. Whoever wins the most on Thanksgiving day in the American 75ball Room, will definitely be receiving one of those hampers. So, spend you money in here, get a winning streak, and you could be walking away with all three!

New players at Crown Bingo can expect a warming 100% welcome bonus on the first deposit. Eligible for any amount from £10 to £250. With a great offer like that, and the festive season in the air, now’s definitely a good time to get in on the Bingo action ; )

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New MD For Gala Bingo

By Lisa West on Thursday, 26th November 2009

Gala Coral are the parent company of Gala Bingo and it has been a rocky year for them. To say the least. There were rumours, that should the bingo balls hit the fan for Gala Bingo; someone, somewhere upon the higher echelons, would find themselves apart of the most recent cut backs. Somewhat inevitably, Simon Longbottom, managing director of Gala’s bingo and casino sector has stepped down from his post. However, despite what this may indicate, Gala Coral insist that his departure has nothing to do with their current financial ‘situation’…..

For the time being, Mark Sargeant, who only recently became Gala’s Group Gaming Director this July, will be stepping up temporarily. Mark Sergeant spent a year in the position of Commercial Director of Gala Gaming Division; prior to becoming Group Gaming Director in July. Although nothing has been officially announced, word on the grape vine is that Sergeant looks set to take up his new Managing Director’s position on a permanent basis.

Simon Longbottom will be moving on to entirely new pastures, taking up a position outside of the bingo gaming industry. According to a report released in the Times newspaper, Longbottom implied that he would be moving into the pub trade. Gala Coral look set to complete a deal, which should save them from total ruin, by the end of the year. Reports indicate that Gala have debts of more than £2.5billion. Restructuring and refinancing enabling the company to recover and manage those debts. Finalising any deal is going to be complicated. The Gala Group has more than two hundred individual investors.

Blackstone, an American private equity group have put £300 million on the table. It is reported that in return for this, they are looking for an equity stake of somewhere between 40% and 60%. More offer are expected, the general consensus being, if they are good enough for Blackstone, they are good enough for a lot of people. The saga continues….

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Sun Bingo - Christmas Countdown

By Lisa West on Friday, 27th November 2009

The promotions at the Sun Bingo are always ‘big news’. This is one bingo operator who doesn’t believe in doing things by halves! Since it’s launch, so many Sun Bingo players have had their dreams come true already… new houses, cars and HUGE jackpot prizes being won. Changing the lives of those lucky enough to win them, and for the better. Christmas is a time of giving. A time when adults and children alike have bestowed upon them, the things they hanker most for… that is, so long as they have been good boys and girls this year ; )

The Christmas Wish List promotion at the Sun Bingo has arrived. This Christmas, ten lucky members will be having their wishes come true. Thanks to the Sun! Members who spend £2 on bingo or £10 on the slot games can have one entry into the prize draw. You have until this Sunday to get your entry in… so get a move on!

The Sun’s new ‘Christmas Countdown’ promotion is about to begin. Newly registered players at the Sun Bingo receive a 100% cash match welcome bonus, on any deposit between £10 and £100. And what better time to join than coming up to the festive season! Ahhh, the season to be jolly (and generous) and all that ; ) You can be assured, whatever the Sun Bingo have starting up on December 1st, it’s gonna be good!

So, if you missed on this years first seasonal promotion, don’t worry… your wishes can still come true at Sun Bingo. With THOUSANDS of pounds in jackpots up for grabs, free bingo and some of the best promotions in the industry… Plus, their Christmas Countdown promotion set to be the highlight of the year, why miss out on the festive fun?

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Firing Up The Bingo Bonuses At Paddy Power

By Lisa West on Saturday, 28th November 2009

The “Paddy Pays For Christmas” promotion ends on December 13th. Everyday, Paddy will be randomly awarding up to £100 in cash, to one of their lucky members. To be eligible for the daily draw, players must wager £10 each day they wish to enter. Then, they need to send an “original and inspiring” email, explaining why and what you are wishing for this Christmas. Get inventive Roomies…. Only the most original ideas will be getting any attention from Paddy. don’t think a fish and chip supper will do it… not unless you intend to do it at the north pole!

So, what else have Paddy Power got up for grabs this festive season? Plenty! But first off, you will need to be a member. Coz if your not on the list…. Well, you know the rest ; ) The welcome bonus from Paddy power isn’t as complicated as it sounds. And that’s just as well! First and foremost, you will need to deposit £5 upon registration and spend it on BINGO within 24hrs. If you don’t do this, you won’t ‘activate’ the welcome bonus, and you’ll miss out.

Once the welcome bonus has been triggered, you will receive a 200% bonus on the next £15 wagered. So for instance…. You buy a 25p bingo ticket and they credit your account with 50p. And that keeps on happening, until you have wagered £15 and they have given you a total of £30 in bonus money. But the bingo bonuses don’t stop there. Wager £10 on a Friday night and Paddy Power will treat you to a pound’s worth of Bingo Bucks. Plus! Newly registered players are invited to their very own free bingo welcome party.

All players who sign up in any calendar month will receive an invite to the FREE room. And there’s REAL money prizes up for grabs. To be eligible, just sign up, deposit, wager some real cash, and Paddy Power will email your invite. That’s it! If only everything in life were so simple?

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WinkMania Christmas Promotion - Truly Manic!

By Lisa West on Sunday, 29th November 2009

The WinkMania Christmas Promotions have been unveiled. And boy, is it going to be one manic bingo Christmas this year, with some seriously hot prizes and cash pots up for grabs. Right now, Wink are still offering a £15 no deposit welcome bonus. However, only depositing players are eligible to join in with Wink Bingo’s Winkmania promotions. Make any first deposit between £5 and £100, and enjoy a very generous 200% bonus. The bonuses don’t stop there…. Players can also look forward to a 50% bonus on all reloads from £10 to £100. If that lot’s not enough to get you in the mood for some festive cheer, then I just don’t know!!

The Bingo Baubles £500 jackpot game, starting at 9pm on Christmas Day, should round of your day nicely. Number one? It’s free! Each depositing player is entitled to 6 free cards and there’s £1000 up for grabs in this game - 1 line: £200 - 2 lines: £300 and £500 for a full house. Don’t know about manic or mania… but that’s definitely pretty mental!

The Winkmania New Year’s Day game starts at 9pm, and there’s a brand new Mini Cooper to be won. A tickets for the New Year Mini game is £5 and can be pre-purchased. So no matter what condition you find yourself in on new Year’s Day, if you pre-purchase, no need to miss out…. Coz you know how forgetful you get after a few sherries ; )

Between now and New Year, there are MINI Mania Competition points. Which means players can earn themselves some free tickets. There’s also a £500 jackpot being paid out for just one line in this game, as well as £1000 for two lines. With all these guaranteed jackpots and prizes available this Christmas, it’s going to be one hell of a festive season at Wink Bingo!

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Look In The Mirror For Some Top Christmas Treats

By Lisa West on Thursday, 3rd December 2009

The Mirror Bingo is one of the UK’s most tried and trusted online bingo operators. Like many operators at the moment, the Mirror have a bingo Advent Calendar, with a new prize on offer everyday. Just like when you were a kid! But this time you can expect much more than a pudding shaped chocolate chip! However! While they may have some top prizes up for grabs this advent, they also have a pile of free bingo games on offer; as a special Christmas treat. That means you can save some extra pennies for that Christmas turkey!

For Christmas, the Mirror will be holding a free bingo game every half an hour, from 12pm, midday until 10pm, Monday to Sunday. And in between those free games? Well, you could go and have a twirl on any of the Mirror Bingo’s great side games. Or, you could stick around in the free room and help yourself to some cheap, bargain bingo tickets, at just 5p each. Bargain!

Right now Mirror Bingo are offering newbies a 100% cash match on their first deposit. The minimum deposit amount is £10, but they will match any first deposit up to £150. With all the free games and promotions on offer at Mirror Bingo right now, that free tenner will go a long way. Players can also look forward to a 50% bonus on all reloads, with up to £50 in bonus money available every time you top up your account.

As soon as you register, the free games and everything else on offer at the Mirror Bingo is yours! Just login and you will be able to join the free room straight away. The Mirror are guaranteeing to pay out at least £10,000 on their free games every single week. And that Bingo Buddies, should more than cover your Turkey… with or without stuffing ; )

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Bingo Entertainment Revive Playnet Network

By Lisa West on Saturday, 5th December 2009

Only recently we witnessed the head of Gala Bingo lay down his golden bingo dabber and move onto pastures new… Obviously, he has chosen to move on, his decision having nothing to do with Galas much publicised near miss with insolvency… While the global recession has obviously had a negative affect upon the bingo industry, it has to be said… this is NO time for mismanagement. And any company who is unfortunate enough to have employed a red herring, they will now be paying the price. And it will be a heavy one… as Interactive Playnet recently discovered, to their peril…

Only weeks ago the Interactive Playnet online bingo network shut up shop. Temporarily freezing the accounts of its registered players of the following online bingo operators:

Bulldog Bingo
Churchill Bingo
Skippy Bingo
Fun Bingo
Rainbow Bingo
Exotic Bingo
Blind Date Bingo
Comedy Bing
Emerald Bingo
You Got Bingo
Happy Days Bingo
Starlight Bingo
Sunset Strip Bingo
Bingo Boat

Of course, players and affiliates alike were ‘upset’. There was a rumour that the Gamesy Group who own Jackpot Joy - one of the UK's leading online Bingo operators - might be up for taking over the reigns. Well, turns out that it was certainly true, another operator had shown interest in reviving the Playnet network. However, it isn’t Gamesy…. It is Bingo Entertainment who have come to the rescue. The Bingo Entertainment Network has rapidly expanded its online bingo network, since launching in 2003. To be around so long, hails the fact they provide a quality product, one that has indeed become highly popular among players. The software being an internationally recognised brand.

As company CEO, Richard Chambers stated, “It is sad when you see something like this happen. Being one of the first online bingo operators, I have seen many, and I do mean many, bingo operations come and go”. However, as Chambers comments, the reason for failure are not always down to the current world economy… Chambers stating that failure being down to the fact “some have been fraudulent and others as is the case with Interactive Playnet, a simple issue of mismanagement.” The company will be merging all Playnet accounts into its own gaming database, thereby securing all player funds. So NOBODY needs to panic…

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Free Bingo Set To Expand….

By Lisa West on Sunday, 6th December 2009

Yes, apparently it is possible to expand upon the amount of free bingo already offered across the UK bingo networks. Just when we all thought that free bingo had reached it’s saturation point, seems that was wrong! Fa la la la lah!! Just feeling the joy of the festive season upon me there! The latest news from Dragonfish is that they will be spreading the joys of free bingo right across their networks.

The 888 Group own Dragonfish, the business to business (B2B) section of the 888 Group. And Dragonfish own Globalcom, a world class bingo software company. Therfore, both Dragonfish and Globalcom being under the 888 Group’s umbrella. Globalcom software is extremely popular, used by some of the UK’s leading operators. Indeed, including the UK’s official No1 Bingo Operator, Foxy Bingo. So players should be able to look forward to some excellent free game play.

The news that Dragonfish will be offering free bingo right across their networks should sent a ripple (or two) through the industry. Both of the UK’s biggest freeplay sites, Cheeky Bingo and Costa Bingo both currently operating on the Globalcom software. In many ways, 888 have been the company behind the ‘uprising’ of free bingo. An entity that was originally only destined for the ‘short term’, now the object of desire for around a third of all online players. The surge of free bingo, over the 12months, being the stuff that bingo legends are made of!

Gabi Campos, speaking on behalf of Dragonfish stated that: “By signing up for free cards, they enjoy the chat rooms, get excited about the software, and very quickly become a community in a similar way to any other social network. They then start escalating their commitment little by little, and then want to play for the bigger prizes.” So there is a strategy to all this! Although many operators do not believe this to be the case.. Well, I guess we will all have to wait and see.. Exactly what will be the impact of this latest move from Dragonfish? Hey… every end marks a beginning ; )

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Tombola Bingo - Have You Met Santa’s Little Melters?

By Lisa West on Friday, 4th December 2009

The world of online bingo is absolutely choc o bloc at the minute with great Christmas promotions. Now doubt about it Roomies, Santa’s little ‘funny eared folk’ must be working the twilight shift, to make sure everyone gets what they should be getting this Christmas LOL! We can only hope ; ) Being the season to be jolly and all that, and Tombola Bingo being such a great bunch, Bingo Santa has seen fit to send along a few of the ‘little guys’ to get things done!

Tombola Bingo has one of THE BEST Advent Calendars this festive season - £100K in cash must be won - for FREE. All registered and depositing players at Tombola Bingo can join in…. and believe… ‘Santa’s Little Melters’ are certainly going to be unveiling some top prizes and cash pots this festive season. Newcomers who register now can get a 100% cash match on any first deposit of £10 to £25. So long as you are a depositing player, the Tombola Advent Calendar game is FREE TO PLAY. Which means you can keep al that free cash to go play something else. No room for boredom this Christmas ; )

When a player logs in to their account, up until the 24th December they will see a special ‘Igloo’ tab in the lobby. All they have to do is sit back and watch the little guy come and melt the Igloo to reveal the prize symbols inside - hence… Santa’s Little Melters! Match three of the same to win anything from £5 in bonus money to £5K in real cash. With some great games and Christmas promotions on offer this December, plus a very generous welcome bonus on first deposits, why miss out of the FREE FUN at Tombola Bingo? Come play with ‘Santa’s Little Melters’ - you’d be surprised at just how much fun little people with pointy ears can be! ; )

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888Ladies Tourney Winner Gets The X Factor

By Lisa West on Monday, 7th December 2009

The X Factor has become a huge hit in the UK. Both the online game and of course, the ITV show being legendary. Many online bingo operators have introduced some kind of ‘special promotion’, to launch the game on their site. Each making it ‘their own’, in one way or another. The 888Ladies were among those operators, holding an X Factor Tournament with two VIP tickets to the show up for grabs. As well as a whole pile of other goodies!

As you can imagine, the chance to bag two VIP tickets caused quite a stir among 888 Roomies. Since October the 888Ladies have given away a fab prize every week. December 3rd saw the end of the promotion and so the ‘Grand Finale’! The top 100players of the tournament were entered into a draw, but only ONE could walk away with the top prize. And that lucky player was Jussy69.…. A player who that day, turned out to be THE one in a hundred!

Not only will Jessy69 from the North West be hobnobbing with celebrities and such like… they will also be staying at the Cumberland 5 star luxury hotel in London, where a chauffeured Mercedes will be whisking them away to the X Factor studios. Not only will they get to meet some of the stars of the show, they also get to enjoy it from VIP seats. Talk about a top treat!

The excitement is far from over at the 888Ladies. It’s Christmas!!! And believe me when I tell you, the 888Ladies are top of the tree, with regards generosity! There’s a tonne of gifts and goodies that MUST be won. Including a BIG Christmas jackpot prize game with a VERY shiny and new Fiat convertible up for grabs. Yo Ho Ho!!! Definitely ; )

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Fancy A Free X Factor Flutter?

By Lisa West on Tuesday, 8th December 2009

X Factor fever is grabbing the nation’s attention, both online and off… especially now the Grand Finale of the competition is upon the showbiz horizon. Many a tear has already fallen, and without doubt, there will be more… especially if Simon Cowell has anything to do with it ; ) Through the laughter and the tears, and the jackpots! There have been some surprises; some good, some bad and some just downright ugly….

With all the speculation around, there still doesn’t seem to be any ‘sure thing’ winner… to date. Although of course, everyone has their favourite. Do you think you know who will be this years contestant with the X Factor? If you do, fancy betting on it? As it goes, a bet is FREE at William Hill, so it doesn’t matter if you’re sure on not… I guess!!! All members at William Hill Bingo can get a free £2 bet on the outcome of the X Factor - For free! Nada! Zilch… All they have to do, to get their free bet is win one of their “Factor Flyer” coverall games in the ‘Community Room’.

Players have fifteen opportunities each week to win. There will be three Factor Flyer games a day from Sunday to Thursday. Eyes down for the first game at 10.34am, then again at 14.34pm; the last game being held in the early evening at 19.34pm. If you miss out on the full house, it’s still only £2 to play the X Factor Flutter at William Hill. There are several bets that can be made, nobody has to bet just on the outcome. Players can make a bet on who will be eliminated next, for instance. Or, who was the worst of them all? - that should be a competitive one ; ) LOL. There’s some great Christmas promotions on at William Hill Bingo right now and a £25 welcome bonus up for grabs. How’s that for something to celebrate this festive season?

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The Wink Bingo Mania Continues…

By Lisa West on Wednesday, 9th December 2009

Things are hotting up in the Wink Bingo Winkmania promotion. Of course every depositing player at Wink Bingo should be marking down 9pm on Christmas day, as a time to remember. Why? Because that’s when Wink Bingo are giving away £1000 in their free “Bingo Baubles” guaranteed jackpot game. If you haven’t made a deposit a Wink Bingo yet, then be aware… you are missing out on a 200% welcome bonus : ( You are also missing out on some great festive promotions too!

The minimum deposit at Wink is £5, and they will match that, and any amount up to £100 by 200%. So it doesn’t cost much to get in on the action at Wink Bingo. All subsequent deposits will also get a 50% bonus on top. And those bonuses are going to come in handy, with all the festive bingo action on offer at Wink Bingo. The star promo this Christmas has to be the Mini Mania competition. In which, you got it, there is a brand new Mini Cooper up for grabs.

The Wink Mini Mania competition will run until New Years Day. Tickets can be purchased in advance and are £5 each. However, players have plenty of opportunity to get their hands on some freebies. So if you fell in the champagne fountain the night before, no worries… The big Minia Mania bingo game will begin at 9pm on New Years Day - plenty of time to get your head out the toilet ; ) It’s going to be a 90ball bingo game, and will be held in Wink’s special “Mini Room”. Players can also look forward to a £500 jackpot for just one line, as well as £1000 for two lines. But without doubt, there won’t be a Wink player out there, who won’t have their dastardly dabbers aimed at that fab Mini! Only the strong Roomies… only the strong ; )

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Playtech Set To Take Over Gaming Technology Solutions

By Lisa West on Friday, 11th December 2009

Playtech Ltd has been developing online gaming software since they were founded, which was back in 1999. The company provides casino, bingo and poker software for a number of operators, as well as providing mobile gaming and “fixed odd” online arcade games. On top of that Playtech also have their own bingo network - Bingo land - which include online bingo names such as Miss Bingo, Bingo Day, Bingo Fantasy and Ruby Bingo. Playtech have built a sound reputation within the bingo industry. All their gaming software being tested and certified by a major, accredited, testing facility.

Among the long list of notable operators currently using Playtech software is Bwin, Betfred, ToteSport, Titan Poker and SEGACasino. Now, while Playtech may already have an impressive portfolio, news is that they are all set to take over Gaming Technology Solutions - also known as GTS. According to Mor Weizer, Playtech Chief Executive, this is a “strategic move” by the company. GTS offers a wide variety of “skill” games. Some of which are allowed to be played even under regulated markets. Weizer stated that by integrating GTS the company will be able to “work with a true open platform and integrate new games seamlessly.”

Effectively, Playtech have many to enhance their capabilities overnight. Gaming Technology Solutions have thirty operators in their current portfolio and gaming licences with fifteen different European companies. Some of those operators not currently gracing the books of Playtech LTD. Playtech will be handing over €10.8 million initially for GTS. Plus, they have also agree upon an additional “performance based” consideration of €21.6 million. According to Weizer, their take over of GTS will “allow them to tap into the rapidly growing sports book segment and add another offering into the Playtech portfolio, which already offers online bingo games and casino games including online slots.” Sounds like Playtech are definitely “up for it”…. so things should be getting exciting in the very near future… ; )

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Littlewoods Welcome Bonus Goes Festive

By Lisa West on Sunday, 13th December 2009

There’s a tonne of cash up for grabs this festive season, and to get Newbies dabbing in the right direction, Littlewoods Bingo have upped their welcome offer to boot. If you haven’t signed up yet, NOW is definitely the time because this offer wont be around forever. Littlewoods have made it very clear… this is a limited time offer ONLY… So go make the most of it while they are still feeling full of festive cheer ; )

At the moment all newly registered players can play ten bingo games absolutely free. No deposit required! On top of that special offer, right now, Newbies can also get £20 absolutely free. How? Just deposit £10, spend it on Bingo at Littlewoods, and they will give you the £20 bonus. But there’s more ; ) New players can get a 100% cash match on any first deposit up to £125. As well as a 50% bonus on all reloads - up to £65. Just think of all the free bingo and extra stuffing you can treat yourself to this Christmas, with all those freebies safely tucked under your belt ; ) Yo Ho Ho!

Littlewoods Bingo is a popular UK online bingo site, which runs on the famous St. Miniver platform. This is a great offer for Newbies. The free bonus money can be used to play bingo, as well as play a good selection of the side games on offer. No - You can’t cash out your free money to buy the cat a Santa outfit! But any winnings is yours to keep, so long as your withdrawal meets with their other terms and conditions - which are fairly simple - just check them out! All in all, with this new festive offer from Littlewoods Bingo, you wont go far wrong. You just need to make sure you grab it while the offers still around!

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Ladbrokes Bingo £10K Giveaway

By Lisa West on Monday, 14th December 2009

Ladbrokes Bingo are playing it BIG this Christmas, with £30K in the prize pot that must be won. £10K of which will be given away on Boxing day. And what do Ladbrokes Roomies need to do, to get their hands on a share of that £10K cash? No a lot! Ladbrokes have put aside £10K to share among all their members who play on Boxing Day - December 26th. So just play bingo… what a drag hey guys ; ) … and some free cash will be coming your way. And with an offer like that on the table, looks like the rooms at Ladbrokes Bingo will be buzzing on Boxing Day.. And it won’t just be down to grannies sherry trifle!

Newbies to Ladbrokes Bingo only have to deposit and spend £5 to get a juicy £20 welcome bonus. That’s a 400% cash match offer - awesome… No complicated ‘round the houses’ with this offer. Once the £5 has been spent Ladbrokes will automatically credit your account within 48hrs. That’s it. There’s plenty going on this Christmas at Ladbrokes, but THE game not to miss out on is the Big Link. There’s £20K in guaranteed prize money up for grabs on December 27th. Not forgetting, all the usual games are available too. Ladbrokes offer both 90ball and 80ball bingo and there are tickets available from just 2p. Bargain!

Ladbrokes Bingo have also launched a brand new community network application, just in time for Christmas. Members will be able to create buddy lists, upload photos and even send private messages to other Roomies, bypassing the main chat window. On top of all the festive action and new social network, Ladbrokes have also introduced four great new instant games especially for the festive season. Looks like there’s going to be plenty of Yo Ho Ho at Ladbrokes this Christmas!

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Bingo Addiction - Reaching New Heights?

By Lisa West on Friday, 18th December 2009

Unfortunately in life there always seems to be a downside to the upside : ( But even more unfortunately, all too often the ‘downside’ is actually avoidable. But at the end of the day, we are only human… quite simply, we don’t always get everything right. In the world of Bingo the upside is that lots of people get to have lots of fun. And online, it doesn’t even have to cost a fortune. Not with all the free bingo around these days. The downside? People can (and are) becoming addicted…

In recent years the number of women gambling has risen 100% in the UK. Today, they represent 25% of the gambling population. Many people are hailing the introduction of online bingo as the instigator for this dramatic increase. And without doubt, they do seem to have a point. The percentage of women gambling dramatically increasing, alongside the popularity of online bingo, seems no coincidence. According to the UK Gambling Commission, there are around a quarter of a million Brits harbouring a serious gambling addiction. However, that figure is contested by Gambler’s Anonymous, who believe that figure to be around 600,000.

So how much is too much? Dr Bowden Jones, head of the new ‘National Gambling Clinic’ in Soho, indicated that there are women playing up to ten hours a day: Logging on first thing in the morning and “not logging off until their partners come home”. Without doubt, this can be considered as excessive and the negative effects on their children has become a big concern - with children being dumped in front of the television and left to their own devices, while mum plays bingo. Certainly not ideal…. Which is why the NHS have opened this new clinic. The idea being that addicted mothers can take their children here to be looked after, while they receive counselling. And no-one need be the wiser. Apart from the person with the problem that is…

If you think you might be a bingo addict (beyond reasonable realms) seek help… sooner rather than later…

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Hail Caesars Bingo!

By Lisa West on Tuesday, 15th December 2009

After all the festive activities you might think you can’t take any more excitement… well not until the next girl’s night out anyway ; ) Well that’s too bad if you can’t because Caesars Bingo is coming to town! Sources have revealed that American gaming giant Harrah are launching Caesars Bingo to the UK online bingo market in the new year. The launch has been scheduled for the first weeks of 2010 and should start things off nicely.

Harrah already have an online casino website, and rumour is that a poker site is also on the cards - pardon the pun! Even so, this will be there first time working and catering for the UK Bingo market. Curiously, Harrah have opted for the Gamesys software - also used by Sun Bingo and Jackpot Joy. Not that this bingo platform isn’t popular with players. It just seems odd that they run the Caesar Casino on Dragonfish, a tried and trusted leading bingo software provider. Yet have changed hands for their new venture.

The Caesar brand is renowned worldwide, so that should get them off on the right foot. The legendary Caesars palace in Vegas being among the most famous casino-come-resorts in the world. Eighty five acres dedicated to the glory of Rome and the glory of Vegas. Crowned king of the strip by those who have been lucky enough to sample what is among the world’s top luxury resorts.

Not a lot more info available at the moment. But stay tuned! Caesar Casino has a very generous welcome offer up for grabs - up to £500 in bonus money available. So there is every indication that the all new Caesars Bingo online will be equally as generous. So Roomies, keep those Bingo Dabbers crossed - X

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Swedish Operator Buys Interactive Playnet

By Lisa West on Saturday, 19th December 2009

The global economic meltdown has undoubtedly had a negative affect upon the UK land based bingo industry. However, financial problems are not exclusive to those who are running land based operations… online operators have been having their fair share of difficulties. Only a few weeks ago The Bingo Entertainment Network came to the rescue of bingo software supplier Interactive Playnet - transferring all Interactive Playnet accounts over to Bingo Entertainments “YouGotBingo” Network.

Interactive Playnet first lowered the jackpots, then stopped taking deposits stating “This is very unfortunate and totally beyond our control. We have not shut down the network at the moment, however, we have suspended the deposit page and cut bingo pots”. However, before long the company froze all operations, “Due to the size of the funds and the seriousness of how this affects us operationally”.

Richard Chambers - company CEO - stated, “It is sad when you see something like this happen”. Even so, as Chambers states, the reason for an operators’ failure cannot always be blamed upon the economy; “some have been fraudulent and others as is the case with Interactive Playnet, a simple issue of mismanagement.” Without doubt, while the current economic turbulence continues, now is not a good time for management errors.

The “YouGotBingo” Bingo Entertainment Network includes several websites for American players. It seems the Swedish Company who have now purchased Interactive Playnet were slower to do so; due to legal concerns with regards to accepting American depositors.
The company planning to create a European operation using the Interactive Playnet software. Interactive Playnet Chief Operating Officer Nigel Simmons blames the shut down upon the “unpredictable and turbulent” nature of the current American market. In particular the “complicated legal issues surrounding this area of online gaming”. Adding, it was understandable that the new company, did not “ wish to continue accepting American depositors.” All we need to know now is who the mystery Swedes are : )

This was an article by LJ for Bingo faces about Interactive Playnet

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Take Time Out At Sun Bingo

By Lisa West on Sunday, 20th December 2009

Festive advice! Give yourself a break from all that rushing around and take some time out at Sun Bingo. With the festive season well and truly in full swing, of course, everyone is keeping busy. In fact, with all the baking, buying and baubles it can be tricky to get a bit of time out from the organising, and enjoy a bit of relaxation. After all, when you are not organising, you may have to fit in the works Christmas party and numerous ‘festive visits’ to the in-laws, friends and so on… all of which are not always what could be described as ‘relaxation’ ; )

So why not treat yourself to a few cards at Sun Bingo? You are guaranteed to have some chilled out fun, and maybe even get your hands on any one of the great prizes up for grabs in their great Christmas promotions. A possible very lucrative and productive way to spend your free time this festive season ; ) If you aren’t a member yet, Sun Bingo will give you a 100% cash match on your first deposit of at least £10. So you’re quids in right from the start at Sun Bingo!

This Christmas Sun Bingo have a different treat and cash up for grabs every day, right up until December 24th. Depositing players can enjoy this great Sun Christmas promotion. Spend £2 on bingo tickets in any of the Sun Bingo rooms, or £10 on selected slots and they are entitled to enter the prize draw for that day. To date there has been some particularly cool gadgets and prizes won. But there’s still plenty of time to get on the winners list!

You’d be amazed at how relaxing a few games of bingo can be. Especially when your nerves are jangling from all the rushing around and party planning. It doesn’t take long to sign up either. So go on… give yourself a break… and take some time out at Sun Bingo.
This was an article by LJ for Bingo faces on Sun Bingo

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Facebook To “Strictly Enforce” Bingo Advertising

By Lisa West on Monday, 21st December 2009

Facebook, probably one of the most powerful social networking websites online right now, have announced a revision of their advertising policies for 2010. This latest move by Facebook was initially ‘leaked’ by the “BigNews Network”…. the world's largest social networking website. According to them, Facebook are out to “enforce” it’s rules against “morally unacceptable products” - and gambling, which includes bingo as well as casino and sports betting websites, is on that list. Quite a statement…. Quite a decisive move too!

Facebook have around twenty products that are ‘no go’, which includes; Uncertified Pharmaceutical Products; Nudity; Adult Toys; Firearms; Inflammatory Religious Content; Dating Websites; Tobacco; Spy Cameras & Pyramid Schemes. Along with this relatively long list of prohibited content, Facebook also have a ‘section code’ that prohibits "gambling, including without limitation, any online casino, sports books, bingo, or poker."

Although it could be construed that Facebook are targeting online gambling, they insist they are not. And indeed, gambling is only one of many “products” to be ousted. Even so, it does seem like a rather curious move… but probably not as curious as their recently retracted ban on dairy products… who knows why that one came up…..maybe someone high up on the board is a strict vegan!

Will this have an impact on UK online bingo.. Probably not. This does seem a rather superfluous move by face book. After all, people watch these adverts on UK and Terrestrial TV all the time. Only recently Google announced it WOULD allow advertising for gambling to continue, with a UK targeted audience. Why? Because all these advertisements are legal and regulated by the government. All in all, it is difficult to see exactly what their objective is… what exactly they are trying to achieve. Maybe they aren’t trying to ‘achieve’ anything… just trying to stop their SOCIAL network getting clogged up with advertising. Guess they have to start somewhere!

This was an article by LJ for Bingo faces about Online Bingo

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Apollo Investment Corporation to Control Gala Coral

By Lisa West on Tuesday, 22nd December 2009

American Apollo Investment Corporation “provide private middle-market companies with an alternative to traditional financing sources.” According to their publicity at least! The fact is, Apollo have a serious amount of experience under their belt, with regards to saving debt ridden companies from extinction. And that is probably why they will be the company taking over the Gala Coral Group, including Gala Bingo - debts and all!

It has been no secret… Gala have been teetering on the edge of extinction for some time now; after accumulating more than two and a half billion pounds in debt. Only recently the company announced that a “debt restructuring” was in the pipeline and that the Blackstone group was making a bid to control of the company. If the latest news is correct, and Apollo have made an acceptable offer to take over Gala Coral, completion of the deal will probably be swift. According to sources, the offer on the table from Apollo is £250million in cold hard cash. For this, they expect a 50% stake in Gala Coral. Which means? The Apollo Investment Corporation will have control over the company.

Despite the fact that the Gala Coral Group have been experiencing huge financial problems, it hasn’t stopped them doling out the cash ‘big style’ at Gala Bingo. And there’s still thousands of pounds up for grabs, just in their special Christmas jackpot promotions. Plus, they are still offering free bingo every day at Gala Bingo. Through all the problems, Gala Bingo have shown few outward sign of a struggle - they may have been streamlining their clubs and staff… but certainly not the prizes! There’s a “winner every 16 seconds at Gala Bingo”! Let’s just hope the new ‘owners’ are going to keep it that way!

This was an article by LJ for Bingo faces on Gala Bingo

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888 Holdings Get The Wink For £60Million

By Lisa West on Thursday, 24th December 2009

An offer to purchase Wink Bingo, made by gaming giants 888 Holdings, has been approved. Which means? Well, it could mean a whole lot of things! But what seems to be 100% final, is that 888 Holdings are soon to be the proud owners of this top ranking UK online bingo website. But how much did it cost? After all, we aren’t talking go-Karts luvvies! Wink Bingo is ‘up there’, among the shiny, the powerful, the stylish and the EXPENSIVE!!!! According to sources, 888 Holdings will be handing over £60 million for Wink Bingo.

Without doubt, nobody expected the price tag to be light - Wink Bingo’s pre-tax profits in 2009 were £1.3 million. The website generating a revenue of around £15 million from January 1st to November 30th. Taking on such a profitable concern has to be good news for 888 - with the UK FTSE index closed at it’s highest for a year only days ago, they seems guaranteed to watch their shares grow…..probably….. substantially.

888 Holdings will be handing over £11Million immediately, not the entire £60Million. The balance is to be paid based on the earnings for the year, up until March 2011; with a £59.7 million cap on payments. Wink Bingo currently uses the Dragonfish platform, as do Posh and Bingo Fabulous, both of which are also included within the Wink Bingo network.

Wink Bingo was only launched in 2008, yet this popular bingo website already has around SIXTY THOUSAND PLAYERS! And counting… It seems a hard task to improve on that! So what does 888Holdings have in store for Wink bingo… What’s the plan???? If anything! According to the CEO of 888 Holdings, Gigi Levy, the company are “delighted to announce the Wink Bingo acquisition …….. as an expansion of our B2C online Bingo footprint in the lucrative UK market.” As Levy also points out, “The Wink team has a proven track record of excellence in marketing, CRM and execution”. Adding that they “will be a great addition to our growing Bingo business. In addition the transaction is financially attractive and will be earnings enhancing." In short? More customers… more revenue… more profit.. Sounds like a winner!

This was an article by LJ for Bingo faces on Wink Bingo

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The Sales Are On At Sky Bingo

By Lisa West on Friday, 25th December 2009

With the Turkey only just cooled off and the wrapping paper still waiting for the dustmen (LOL), we are already being bombarded with news of the January sales! The TV is just brimming with sales publicity, for everything from a new set of dentures to a night at the Hilton!!! And it seems the January sales WILL be including some of the UK’s more generous bingo operators. Among the first operators to be stripping their windows and filling the shelves with bargains is Sky Bingo. Just take a peek at what’s “in store” at Sky Bingo in their big bingo January sale, and you won’t be disappointed. Turns out it might be the best offer you’ll had all year ; )

Sky Bingo have ‘offers a plenty’ for their members this sales season, which kicks off on January 4th with BOGOF Bingo. Up until January 10th players can ’Buy One Get One Free’ in Sky Bingo’s “Value” and “Premium” rooms. BOGOF Bingo will be available in the Premium Room from 2pm until 3pm each afternoon, and again from 8pm until 9pm in every evening. In the Value Room, BOGOF Bingo will be available from 10am until 11am each morning. Then again from 5pm until 6pm and midnight until 1am every evening… for the duration of the promotion.

New players receive a £10 welcome bonus, once they have deposited and wagered £5 at Sky Bingo. With all the free tickets available at the moment, plus that kind of bonus, you get a lot of free chances to win….especially for a fiver! Sky bingo only launched a short while ago, and they are keen to get their name inline online with the big boys… ASAP by the looks of it! There’s plenty of bargains and bonuses to be had at Sky Bingo right now. And they won’t stop on January 10th! Coz there’s always something going on at Sky bingo!

This was an article by LJ for Bingo Faces on Sky Bingo

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Have The Poshest New Year Ever!

By Lisa West on Saturday, 26th December 2009

New Year! A time for ‘old acquaintances to be forgot’…. and Champagne.. Of course! - The best way to accomplish all said necessaries??? Be a winner in Posh Bingo’s great Va Va Voom New Year Special. Then? Just grab yourself a bottle of class Vintage champagne (courtesy of Posh Bingo) and you’ll be surprised how quickly you can forget all those ‘old accountancies’ … and maybe a few new ones too ; )

The Posh Bingo Va Va Voom New Year Special is a promotion of grandiose proportions. Just as you’d expect it to be from Posh Bingo! Take about cork popping and heart stopping : ) One lucky player will walk away with a bottle of Vintage Champagne. Along with a set of rather delicate and Posh looking Champagne flutes, and an some deliciously delectable chocolate truffles. Talk about living the high life!

All depositing members can join in with this great New Year promo. Right now, new players can get a £20 welcome bonus on their first deposit of just £10. If you feel like treating yourself to a bit more free cash, no problem. New players can get a 200% cash match bonus on their first deposit, up to a total bonus amount of £200. That should buy you plenty of free chances to bag that Vintage Champagne!

Trying to get your hands on that refined bottle of Champers and it’s extremely Posh accompaniments is going to be fun. Players simply need to play bingo from 00:01 Thurs 24 Dec until 23:59 Mon 4 January: And whoever manages to bingo the most on the special Va Va Voom New Years Eve pattern will win this incredible Posh prize. As if this great promo isn’t good enough reason to make Posh Bingo your number one choice this new year…. Posh Bingo have a tonne of other great promotions on the go too. You could win £500 Vouchers for the whole year in their “Post New Year -£500 Vouchers x12!” promo. Talk about spoiled!

This was an article by LJ for Bingo faces on Posh Bingo

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Last Noughtie Nights at the Sun

By Lisa West on Sunday, 27th December 2009

It’s the last of the Noughtie Nights at the Sun Bingo. Alas! The end of the “Noughties” is upon us… what’s the Noughties???? No point perusing your pocket dictionary… this language is way too sophisticated for that little notepad ; ) It’s the year 00 to 09... You know.. Like 2020 will be the “twenties”… can’t wait to see what turns up for the 10’s!!! What? “Tenties” LOL!!! Okay, explanations out of the way let move on…

Right up until the end of the Noughties, the Sun Bingo is offering free bingo every evening. So you can while away the last of those Noughtie Nights without having to spend a penny LOL ; ) And the cash up for grabs is not arf bad either! Depositing Sun Bingo players can play for free in the Fashion Room every evening until January 31st. From 8pm until 10pm the Sun will be paying out £85 each and every game in guaranteed jackpot prizes - win £10 for a line, £25 for two lines and £50 for a full house.

New players can treat themselves to a 100% cash match bonus on their first deposit of £10, right up to £100. Of course, the free bingo is a big bonus too! But there’s still plenty of bingo action at the Sun to spend all that free cash on. Depositing players can also purchase pre-buy bingo tickets, as well as join in with all their special promotions. Tickets are available from just 1p in the “Jazz Room” and just 2p in the “Showboat”: Both 90ball bingo rooms. If you love slots then the Sun Bingo has a REEL treat for you! They have slot games available from jut 1p A SPIN!!!! Or, players can even just play for fun. And that’s something you can always get for free at the Sun… Buckets and buckets of FUN!!!!

This was an article by LJ for Bingo faces on Sun Bingo

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Ladbrokes Bargain Bingo

By Lisa West on Wednesday, 30th December 2009

Get more for your pennies at Ladbrokes Bingo - With Christmas over and the New Year upon us, most of us are feeling the ‘aftermath’ both in our wallets and our waistlines: Unfortunately, while we might all like the waistline to be a little lighter, and the wallet a little heavier, usually it’s the opposite way round at this time of year : ( But NOT to lose heart!! There’s some bargain bingo to be had online at Ladbrokes Bingo right now - With tickets from just 1p and a very friendly £20 welcome bonus up for grabs; if you haven’t checked Ladbrokes out recently, now’s an economic time to do it!

Deposit £5 at Ladbrokes Bingo and wager that on Bingo cards. And with plenty of bargains around, you can have a lot of fun at Ladbrokes Bingo. For instance? From 1pm until 2pm Ladbrokes Bingo have tickets on sale in their 90 ball ATTIC room for JUST 1p! With a very attractive prize pool of £10, that’s what’s known as “Bargain Bingo”. Then every hour, from 2pm until 4pm there are more 2p, 3p and 4p bargain bingo tickets up for grabs. As the ticket price goes up, so does the price pool. There’s a £20 prize pool in the 2p game, a £30 prize pool in the 3p game and £40 in the 4p ticket game. So plenty of dollar up for grabs : )

Once you spend the £5, Ladbrokes Bingo will give you £20 free! No need to do anything - apart from deposit and spend £5 on bingo tickets - then your account will be credited with the£20 bonus within 48 hours. Ladbrokes Bingo also has Speed Bingo available in the Garage - keep your eyes down for the 2p games available here too, in this 80ball bingo game. Bargain Bingo is great… the more you buy the more chances you have of winning. And at those prices you can afford to be bold : )

This was an article by LJ for Bingo faces on Ladbrokes Bargain Bingo

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Gala Bingo - Loving It!?

By Lisa West on Thursday, 31st December 2009

If you found yourself under the mistletoe alone this New Year, then it could be because you were looking for Mr Right in the wrong place! LOL ; ) Avid online bingo fan Catherine Whitehead (38) hit the real jackpot when she met Julian Brook (46) playing at Gala Bingo online. Things began with a “good luck” and a friendly hello… but before they knew it, the two were falling for each other…. And now? Well, mum’s off to buy a new hat!

When the two made the decision to play at Gala Bingo, you can guarantee they didn’t have a new hubby or wife in mind… Maybe dreams of a big jackpot… new car… but new hubby? A wife??? I think probably not! Catherine is from Preston, and Julian is from Hull, 120 miles away. They may or may not have met up ordinarily - I’m not even going to go into all that “fate” stuff!!! But what is for sure… it’s amazing what a friendly exchange of “good luck” can lead to!!! And in this case, looks like it’s all ‘good things’…

Gala Bingo are one of the UK’s leading operators. Catherine became ill and found herself unable to visit her local club. This is why she initially changed her bingo playing habits to online. But why choose between the local club and online? Enjoy the best of both worlds! With all the bargain bingo around, it doesn’t cost a lot to have fun at Gala Bingo.

Between nine o’ clock in the morning until midnight you can play free bingo at Gala online. ONE HUNDRED FREE GAMES with £100 & £150 cash jackpots up for grabs each and every day… which means? Gala Bingo are paying out more than £10K each week in free play prize money alone. Amazing what you can get for free these days! And you never know… make the most of those chat rooms and you might be get the bingo bonus of a lifetime….

This was an article by LJ for Bingo faces on Gala Bingo

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Happy New Year!!!

By Lisa West on Friday, 1st January 2010

Yeah I know… I’m probably a bit of a pah humbug! But when the kids are all grown and the main man in your life is a fat ginger cat who makes Garfield seem like a novice ‘bad boy’ …. things can become somewhat repetitive over Christmas… only so many sherries and mince pies you can eat (and enjoy) in one lifetime! So, where do you look for some ‘new style’ entertainment? Well for a lot of people, playing bingo online offers an economic and extremely practical way for them to have some social time - as well as a shot at a few £££££!!! Without the fat cat having to lose a few kilos! ; )

It’s January 1st today, so that means it’s time for some New Years resolutions….. Pah humbug! But hey… at least we don’t have to give up bingo ; ) No matter what the bank manager says! Know why? Because there is an absolute MOUNTAIN of FREE BINGO available online right now. Those FAB New Year sales aren’t just for the high street you know. Thankfully…

We’re always striving to keep you in touch with the latest promotions and industry news, here at BingoFaces. And usually an offer like that of Cheggers Bingo wouldn't be oh so interesting… a couple of £££..... but it does make a change from ‘playing pop’.. and with the adverts are so B Movie I can’t help myself! If you are an insomniac like myself… then you have probably caught the adverts already, generally shown in the early hours of the AM.. Priceless Roomies…priceless…. And if 2010 is going to be anything like 2009... We’re all going to need a bit of a laff with Cheggers...

Check out Cheggers Bingo. With a free £2 No Deposit welcome bonus on offer, it won;t cost you a penny.... so long as you use this promo when you sign up: CHEGWIN… if you don’t use it you’ll just get there advertised £1 offering. Which is all very well, but hey… if you can get better??

This was an article by LJ for Bingo faces on online bingo

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Tombola Bingo - Twinned & Tweaked for Success!

By Lisa West on Sunday, 3rd January 2010

If like me, you are fed up to the back teeth with repeated “Christmas” films, santa documentaries and docusoaps you are going to be ready for a bit of something different - So why not try online bingo? Tombola Bingo to be precise! Twinned with Emmerdale don’t you know ; ) OOOOHHHHH! So not only will you be having fun, you will be touching the world of fame… and if your lucky… fortune too!

For starters, bingo virgins, (that’s newbies) get to double their first deposit. Just sign up and credit your account with any amount from £10 to £25.00 and Tombola with match it. And there’s plenty to do, so you’ll be glad of that extra bonus cash!

Do not miss out on the Lucky Pick - Tombola’s free game - players have 6 chances to reveal a cash prize which could be anything up to £500.00! Awesome : ) There are 49 different cash values hidden in the matrix. Match them and you win that amount. Sound intriguing? Course it does! And it’s free… So why not give it a go?

I used to love popping bubble wrap as a kid - well, still do if I’m honest! Tombola have come up with a great bingo game, Bingo 50. Pop the bubbles to unlock your numbers - Just like the old days! Loads of fun…. Prices start from 25p - £1 a game and the prize will depend on the price you pay. But everyone has an equal chance of winning.

Starting Jan 4th is Big Link Week. A full week of fun and excitement in which you can win jackpot £2,000.00 full houses every half hour from 8 – 10pm. With so much on offer it is easy to see why Tombola Bingo is “twinned” with one of the UK‘s favourite soaps, and so well tweaked for success!

This was an article by LJ for Bingo faces on Tombola Bingo

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