Sportswinbet says Alderney unit granted gaming licence by gambling commission

LONDON (AFX) - Sportswinbet Limited said its wholly-owned Alderney subsidiary company, Sportswinbet (CI) Ltd, has been granted a gaming licence by the Alderney Gambling Control Commission.

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Mon, November 14th, 2005

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