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UK’s Gambling Harm Campaign Paying Off as Helpline Reports Record Year

Summary: Gambling helpline saw a total of 52,370 calls and chats in 2023, a new record for the service The increase is an encouraging development in the UK’s gambling harm prevention campaign The helpline plays a vital role in helping individuals struggling with gambling issues The UK’s National Gambling Helpline reached a new milestone in...

UK Researchers Explore Effect of Psychedelic Therapy on Gambling Addiction

by Mike Ashley

Summary: Researchers want to know if psychedelic therapies can treat gambling addiction The study uses brain imaging technology in mapping responses to gambling stimuli Gamblers may require just one therapy session to eliminate addiction With gambling addiction increasingly becoming a global public health concern, a group of researchers in the UK are currently looking into...

1.6m UK Adults May Require Specialist Treatment for Harmful Gambling

by Mike Ashley

Summary: The OHID study found that 1.6M people need specialist gambling treatment and support An estimated 40,000 adults might require the most intensive type of treatment The research identified six types of treatment for harmful gambling Nearly 1.6 million adults in England could be in need of specialist treatment or support for harmful gambling. This...

UKGC Head Says Regulator Will Focus Heavily On Data And Stats In 2024

by Mike Ashley

Summary: UKGC head Andrew Rhodes spoke at the recent GambleAware Conference Rhodes said he was happy with the progress of the UKGC in enforcing compliance Gambling Survey for Great Britain continues to provide key data for UKGC UKGC head Andrew Rhodes who took up the role in June 2021 recently spoke at the GambleAware Conference...

UKGC Launches “Tell Us” Service To Report Gambling-Related Crime

by Mike Ashley

Summary: The “Tell us” service allows users to anonymously report gambling-related crimes online The new service can be used to upload supporting information, including documents and photos The UKGC launched the new service as it continues its White Paper consultations UK gamblers may now anonymously report suspicious activities related to gambling via an online service...

PayPlan Announces Support for UK Campaign to Reduce Gambling Harms Stigma

by Mike Ashley

Summary: PayPlan is supporting GambleAware’s gambling harms stigma reduction campaign It marks the latest partnership it has entered into with problem gambling treatment organizations The campaign was launched after a new study found stigma is still a major barrier to seeking help A new UK campaign led by GambleAware aimed at reducing gambling harms stigma...

UK Safer Gambling Week Unlocks New Milestone with Record Numbers in 2023

by Mike Ashley

Summary: Safer Gambling Week in the UK took place from November 13-19 The initiative received record social media interactions and website visits this year The BGC says the industry’s commitment to safer gambling will continue every week of the year The 2023 Safer Gambling Week has been a huge success, with the campaign receiving record...

Young People’s Gambling Harm Prevention Programme Reaches 100k Young Brits

by Mike Ashley

Summary: GamCare says 100,000 young Brits have participated in its gambling harm prevention workshops The workshops aim to raise awareness of the negative impact gambling can have on young people GamCare continues to work with its partner organizations to keep young people safe from gambling harm GamCare continues to be successful in its mission of...

UKGC Gets 7 New Commissioners As iGaming GGY Remains Stable

by Mike Ashley

Summary: The UK Gaming Regulator will see the addition of 7 new Commissioners The iGaming market has recorded £1.18 billion in GGY for July-September 2023 The overall number of bets/spins and the number of active players for the reporting period also increased The UK’s Department for Culture, Media, and Sport (DCMS) has appointed seven new...

BGC Will Support New RET Levy If It Protect Third Sector

by Mike Ashley

Summary: DCMS launches an eight-week consultation on implementing a new RET levy. BGC will support the levy if it guarantees funds for the third sector. UK Gov expects levy contributions to raise problem gambling funds by £100M per year. Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) Chair Brigid Simmonds urged the UK government to guarantee funds for...

Tim Miller Says Regulation Of Online Gambling Needs Global Collaboration

by Mike Ashley

Summary: UKGC’s Tim Miller spoke at the recently-concluded Global Gaming Expo in Las Vegas Miller said regulators should cooperate especially on the issue of illegal online gambling UKGC is committed to working with its counterparts to improve regulatory collaboration International collaboration between gambling authorities is of paramount importance for better regulation of the online gambling...

UKGC Highlights Importance of Operator Data in Achieving Evidence-Led Regulation

by Mike Ashley

Summary: The UKGC says operator data help fill knowledge gaps related to gambling The Commission will initiate two projects this year aimed at collecting more detailed operator data The data will help the agency understand market developments and the impact of policy changes The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has announced two projects aimed at gathering...

Lindar Media Slapped with £690K Penalty Over AML Violations

by Mike Ashley

Summary: Lindar Media committed multiple breaches of AML laws The UKGC also found failings in the operator’s social responsibility duties Lindar Media to pay over £690K in regulatory settlement arising from the violations UK online gaming operator Lindar Media Limited has agreed to pay £690,947 in regulatory settlement after the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) found...

UK’s DHSC to Prioritize Gambling Harm in 5yr Suicide Prevention Strategy

by Mike Ashley

Summary: Gambling has been identified as a risk factor for suicide rates in the UK The DHSC said gambling harm is a new priority for its suicide prevention strategy The agency will collaborate with the DCMS and UKGC to help address gambling-related issues The UK’s Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) has identified gambling...

SMF Finds Public Mostly In Support of New Gambling Policy Reforms

by Mike Ashley

Summary: New study claims most gambling policy proposals are supported by the UK public Resistance from media, industry, and party colleagues is the main barrier to reforms, not public opinion SMF recommends two strategies for successful policymaking The majority of the UK population is in favor of introducing significant public health policies for gambling, according...

GamCare Launches New “Online Community” For Services

by Mike Ashley

Summary: Brits can now access GamCare’s online support services with one account via the “Online Communities” area The new online space comes with extra features and a sleek design to enhance user experience It allows users dealing with gambling harms to interact with those who have similar experiences GamCare has now made it much easier...

Bacta Alleges Members Discriminated Against By Banks Due To Gambling Links

by Mike Ashley

Summary: Bacta CEO accuses banks of unfair treatment over their refusal to accommodate Bacta members Banks have terminated their services for Bacta members because of their gambling links White argued that amusement arcade operators are operating legally and must be treated fairly Bacta CEO John White has met with UK government officials to raise concerns...

UKGC Cautions Gambling Firms Against Misusing Gambling Data

by Mike Ashley

Summary: The UKGC’s Andrew Rhodes said some groups have been using gambling data inaccurately to support their argument The most common misuse relates to the 0.3% problem gambling rate in Great Britain Operators giving out misleading information must fix their mistake or face consequences The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has raised concerns over the misuse...

GambleAware Says RET Donations Down 9% For Q1

by Mike Ashley

Summary: GambleAware received £317.1 million in total RET donations from April to June 2023 That translates to a drop of 9% from the same period in the previous fiscal year The Big Four operators are not on the list but are expected to donate later this year GambleAware received £317.1 million in donations from gambling...

Flutter Invites Startups to Participate in New Tech and Safer Gambling Campaign

by Mike Ashley

Summary: Flutter aims to work with tech startups in creating a positive future for society This is in line with the gaming group’s Positive Impact Plan Applications for Tech4Good and Play Well close on August 18 and September 8, respectively Flutter Entertainment has launched a new initiative targeting startups focused on responsible gambling. It involves...