GamCare has reported a significant increase in the number of individuals referred for treatment through the UK National Gambling Helpline in January 2026, marking one of the highest monthly totals recorded in recent years. According to the charity, 996 people were referred to treatment and peer-based support services during the month, representing a 48 per cent increase compared to January 2025....
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January 20, 2026
GambleAware reports success of anti stigma gambling campaign
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January 20, 2026
Dutch survey shows persistent taboo around gambling harm
A recent comprehensive survey conducted in the Netherlands has revealed that gambling-related harm remains a sensitive topic for many adults in the country. Despite gambling being a common pastime among...
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January 2, 2026
Pope Leo XIV raises concerns over gambling in Italy
Pope Leo XIV has drawn attention to the growing scale of gambling in Italy, highlighting the social and economic consequences that affect communities across the country. Speaking to representatives of...
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December 1, 2025
Better Gambling Forum launches Scientific Oversight Committee
The Better Gambling Forum (BGF), a key initiative of the Brain Capital Alliance, has recently taken a decisive step in strengthening its governance framework with the establishment of an independent...
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November 13, 2025
UKGC report 2025 reveals youth gambling trends
The UK Gambling Commission has released its latest Young People and Gambling Report 2025, offering an in-depth look into gambling behaviours among individuals aged 11 to 17. The annual report,...
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November 12, 2025
Norwegian youth face rising gambling risks from gaming
A recent national study conducted in Norway has revealed concerning connections between computer gaming and the development of gambling-related problems among young people. The research, carried out by Spillforsk at...
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August 20, 2025
GambleAware warns safer gambling adverts may backfire
Recent research commissioned by GambleAware has highlighted concerning trends in industry-produced safer gambling adverts, revealing that, in some cases, these campaigns may unintentionally encourage gambling rather than mitigate harm. The...
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August 12, 2025
Gambling tax hike could impact UK betting sector
The landscape of UK gambling taxation is currently engulfed in heated debate as government proposals seek to overhaul the tax regime on various online gambling verticals. At the heart of...
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July 7, 2025
Why Gambling Regulators Fail to Protect Players
Regulators play a vital role in ensuring fair and responsible gambling practices, but when they fall short of their responsibilities, players can suffer significant consequences. This post will explore the...
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May 9, 2025
UKGC report reveals real gambling harm experiences
The UK Gambling Commission has released a new qualitative report that provides a detailed look into how people across the country experience gambling-related harm. Developed in collaboration with NatCen Social...
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April 4, 2025
BetStop marks 40,000 self-exclusion registrations
BetStop self-exclusion register has reached a significant milestone, surpassing 40,000 total registrations as of the third quarter of the 2024–2025 fiscal year. This initiative, aimed at helping individuals combat gambling...
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March 22, 2025
Neurodivergent Individuals Face Higher Gambling Risks
A comprehensive study commissioned by GambleAware, conducted by IFF Research in collaboration with the University of Bristol, has unveiled significant findings regarding the risks of gambling harm among neurodivergent individuals....
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March 3, 2025
Rising Gambling Risk Among UK Students
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GAMSTOP Sees 31% Rise in Self-Exclusion Among Youth
The landscape of online gambling is continuously evolving, with more players becoming aware of the risks associated with excessive gambling and taking proactive steps to safeguard their well-being. One such...
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GamCare Sees Record Calls for Gambling Support
In the 2023-24 period, GamCare’s National Gambling Helpline reported a record-breaking 55,228 calls and online chats from individuals grappling with gambling-related harm, marking a significant 25% increase from the previous...
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December 19, 2024
Key Findings from the Gambling Harm Treatment
Gambling can have serious implications for individuals and their families, with the potential to cause significant harm not only to the gambler but also to those around them. As gambling-related...
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November 29, 2024
GambleAware reports rise in gambling harm treatments
GambleAware, a leading charity in Great Britain committed to reducing gambling harm, has released its annual report for the National Gambling Support Network (NGSN). The report reveals significant progress in...
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November 28, 2024
Gambling Growth Linked to Rising Harm in Society
A landmark study has recently unveiled a crucial link between the overall scale of gambling in society and the escalating levels of gambling-related harm. This comprehensive research, titled The Total...
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November 12, 2024
UKGC Report on Youth Gambling in 2024
The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has released its 2024 Young People and Gambling Report, an in-depth study analyzing the exposure and engagement of children and young people in various forms...
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November 8, 2024
GamCare’s Guide to Bank Support for Gambling Harm
Gambling-related harm is a significant and growing issue, affecting many individuals across the UK. As part of its ongoing efforts to address this pressing concern, GamCare, the UK’s leading gambling...
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October 1, 2024
Gordon Moody Launches Gambling Support First Aid
Gordon Moody, the UK's leading charity in providing residential treatment for individuals severely affected by gambling-related harm, has announced the launch of their new "Gambling Support First Aid" training program....
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September 24, 2024
GAMSTOP users report increased safety and control
An independent evaluation conducted by Ipsos has shed light on the effectiveness of GAMSTOP, the UK's online self-exclusion service designed to help individuals manage and control their gambling habits. According...
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September 6, 2024
GAMSTOP Hits 500K Registrations
In a landmark achievement for responsible gambling initiatives, GAMSTOP, the UK’s national self-exclusion scheme for online gambling, has reached a significant milestone. Since its inception in 2018, more than 500,000...
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August 1, 2024
GambleAware: Gambling and Social Exclusion
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