1xBet named Simon Westbury as chair of the 1xCare Advisory Committee on July 17, 2026. The responsible gaming initiative was introduced at iGB L!VE earlier this month.
Committee Composition and Oversight
The advisory body includes Quirino Mancini, Chris Bird, and Sissel Weitzhändler. Mancini previously served as president of the International Masters of Gaming Law and will manage regulatory and legal operations. Bird, a former chief operating officer at Manchester City, handles sports and integrity matters. Weitzhändler joins from Allwyn, where she directed compliance and regulatory affairs.Westbury stated that the committee brings independent expertise in gambling regulation, law, and sports integrity. He noted the group holds direct authority over program governance and funding. 1xCare plans to confirm additional specialist positions, including academic and sports integrity seats, during the coming months.