UK Public Support Blanket Ban on Gambling Advertising

UK Public Support Blanket Ban on Gambling Advertising
Summary: Over half of Britain is in favor of a blanket ban on gambling ads However, lawmakers are unlikely to approve the measure The government could instead introduce a mandatory RET levy A new survey shows more than half of UK residents support a blanket ban on gambling advertising, but the measure is unlikely to...

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GambleAware Looks to Break Down Gambling Harm Stigma

GambleAware Looks to Break Down Gambling Harm Stigma
Summary: GambleAware has launched a new campaign called “Let’s open up about gambling” New campaign will look to tackle gambling stigma The campaign is supported by multiple organizations and popular public figures GambleAware aims to remove the stigma around gambling harms by launching a new campaign called “Let’s open up about gambling”. Produced by the...

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UK Study Links Discrimination & Gambling Harm Amongst Minority Groups

UK Study Links Discrimination & Gambling Harm Amongst Minority Groups
Summary: Minority communities were more likely to experience gambling harm The study identifies a potential link between discrimination and gambling harm GambleAware calls for further research on the gambling experiences of those from Minority communities New research recently published by GambleAware shows that gambling participation among people from Minority groups was lower than among White...

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Scottish GGS Finds Gambling Stigmas Are Preventing Treatment

Scottish GGS Finds Gambling Stigmas Are Preventing Treatment
Summary A GSS evaluation found that gambling stigma is preventing Scots from accessing treatment Frontline workers need to improve their questioning methods to help Scots struggling with gambling harm In Wales, the Lib Dems want to double the tax imposed on online operators The stigma surrounding gambling addiction which has gone down in the last...

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GamCare Calls for Cross-Sector Partnerships to Address Gambling-Related Debt

GamCare Calls for Cross-Sector Partnerships to Address Gambling-Related Debt
Summary GamCare published its latest recommendations for tackling gambling-related debt The recommendations come as 6 in 10 Brits seeking gambling treatment had debts GamCare said there must be reciprocal referral pathways between sectors to address the issue GamCare is calling for stronger multi-sector partnerships to help people experiencing financial problems due to gambling. The independent...

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Shadow Minister Shares Thoughts on RET Funding Issue

Shadow Minister Shares Thoughts on RET Funding Issue
Summary Jeff Smith MP said RET funding concerns must be addressed in the White Paper Smith wants White Paper to provide clear information on RET funding Betting and Gaming Council is opposed to statutory levy on RET funding Young Gamers and Gamblers Education Trust (YGAM) recently held a Parliamentary Reception in Westminster where it launched...

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BGC Says Gambling Reforms Should Focus More on Protecting Youth

BGC Says Gambling Reforms Should Focus More on Protecting Youth
Summary BGC calls on UK Gov to adopt a genuine strategic approach to gambling reform It highlighted successful industry initiatives aimed at protecting young people It has once again warned the government to avoid implementing intrusive measures With just weeks away before the publication of the Gambling Act Review White Paper, the Betting and Gaming...

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N. Ireland To Increase Problem Gambling Awareness In Schools

N. Ireland To Increase Problem Gambling Awareness In Schools
Summary The new resource includes five lessons discussing the dangers surrounding gambling It is targeted at Key Stage 3 students aged 11 to 14 years old Among the topics covered are in-game features, such as loot boxes Northern Ireland’s Council for the Curriculum, Examinations & Assessment (CCEA) has put together lessons about gambling and gaming,...

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DCMS Will Continue To Push For Stringent Regulations

DCMS Will Continue To Push For Stringent Regulations
Summary Paul Scully said the DCMS is taking the lead on all aspects of UK gambling regulation Scully made it clear discussions on gambling issues will continue after the release of the White Paper There is still no clear indication when the white paper will be released Paul Scully, minster for the Department for Digital,...

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UKGC Chief Tackles UKGC Challenges At CEO Briefing 2022

UKGC Chief Tackles UKGC Challenges At CEO Briefing 2022
Summary UKGC CEO Andrew Rhodes said emerging products have presented a new regulatory challenge Rhodes admits it will be difficult to eliminate black market activities He said the Commission cannot condone bad practices in the licensed market The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) recently hosted a CEO Briefing with gambling operators where Andrew Rhodes shared his...

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