We are particularly concerned about the targeting of online advertising at young people and believe that this needs greater attention. Those who use our services tell us that the volume of advertisements across sports, esports and beyond is problematic for maintaining their recovery. 88% of those surveyed who use our services think not enough is done to reduce online gambling harms. 75% of those who come to us for support and treatment cite problems with online gambling, a number that is rising year on year. More can and should be done to protect and educate vulnerable groups, particularly children and young people at risk from online gambling harms. Below is a collection of the key topics the upcoming white paper will address as well as a short summary of our positions: 1. The review is a wide-ranging exercise that will take in responses from as many people and organisations as possible, including those affected by gambling harms. This review has the potential to change several aspects of gambling regulation. What could change? Why does GamCare think this is important?
In recent years, the Gambling Act has been widely perceived as ‘analogue legislation in a digital age’, as Government were not able to anticipate the pace of technological growth, change and accessibility of the online market, as well as the types of electronic gambling available in venues. The Gambling Act 2005 sets out how gambling in the UK is regulated, creating and setting out the functions of the Gambling Commission as the regulator for all gambling services offered in Great Britain (gambling regulation is devolved in Northern Ireland). Later this year, a white paper is due to drop which will outline sweeping changes to the sector. At GamCare, we welcomed this as an opportunity to ensure that the voice of those who use our services is heard by the government to ensure they can equip treatment services for the digital age. In late 2020, the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) announced a wide-ranging review of the 2005 Gambling Act. So, what is it and what can we expect? Jake McKey explains… Whilst the Gambling Act Review has been delayed so far this year, we hope to see progress soon. Privacy – Support and Treatment Services.Outreach and Training: Leeds Community Gambling Service.Working with the Criminal Justice System.
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