GambleAware has expressed concern that the publication of the UK Government’s white paper on gambling law could be further delayed, and if action is not taken immediately, more people are at risk of harming gambling. It states.
The white paper has faced a series of delays since the gambling law review began in 2020 and aims to bring rules and regulations up to date in the modern market. The current version of the gambling law was published in 2005.
Chris Philp, the minister of the British government responsible for gambling, resigned from his position earlier this month, revealing that the document is currently “no 10 for final approval.”
However, the recent resignation of Prime Minister Boris Johnson has further disrupted the process, with a Conservative leadership contest currently underway and appointing a replacement.
Damian Collins was appointed last week as Under Secretary of State for Online Safety at the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sports (DCMS) to lead the UK government’s efforts on gambling and lottery policies, a white paper.
However, it is reported that the white paper may not be published until Johnson’s successor takes over.
Government turmoil has raised concerns about Gamble Aware, a charity working to reduce gambling damage in the UK. Therefore, organizations want the white paper to be published as soon as possible.
“We are deeply concerned about the risk of further delays in gambling white papers. Failure to take action puts more people at risk of gambling harm and exacerbates increasingly serious public health problems. It just lets you do it, “said Zoë Osmond, Chief Executive Officer of Gamble Aware.
“We are concerned that the combination of rising living costs, the ongoing impact of a pandemic, and the rise of online gambling may be creating the worst. That is, more people are gambling. There is a risk of suffering from harm.
“We and other third-sector organizations need a dedicated and consistent approach to financing, which ensures future certainty and stability, provides support and treatment, and gambling. Further harm from gambling will be prevented and more people will be aware of the risks of gambling. “
One of the reforms being promoted by GambleAware is compulsory taxation to fund research, education and treatment of the harms of gambling.
Currently, operators are voluntarily funding research, education and treatment, but GambleAware states that paying a levy instead is a prerequisite for obtaining a license in the UK. I did.
Last week, industry stocks rebounded from the first drop after a new white paper included an affordable softcap of £ 125 / month and reports that players losing £ 2,000 in three months would be scrutinized. Did.
Revenue of industry commentators, etc. Reported many details July 13th related to the content of the white paper.
Industry sources have confirmed that iGB is consistent with the understanding of the documentation.
