More national lockdowns might be bad news for most British businesses but, according to a recent UK Gambling Commission report, it could be a positive for online operators.

UK gambling sites have seen another increase in activity as a result of recent national COVID-19 lockdowns. (Image: PA Wire/ITV)

The latest figures from the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) show that COVID-19 restrictions have kept people betting online.

Although October’s numbers don’t match the surge of activity seen at the start of the pandemic, they do show month-on-month gains in certain areas.