The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) said the latest problem gambling figures released by the GB Gambling Commission showed “positive progress” on the issue and called for further efforts to reduce gambling harm rates. rice field.
This week, the commission released the results of a quarterly survey of 4,018 respondents, which showed that levels of gambling addiction in the UK remained relatively stable at 0.2% of the population.
Across the population, gambling addiction levels were 0.2% in the six months to 30 June. This remained stable compared to the previous year-to-date level of 0.4% in June 2021.
The study also showed that the rate of female gambling addiction was stable at 0.1%.
The BGC said these rates were low by international standards and cautioned against making changes that would keep unharmed regular Panthers away from gambling.
But BFC Chief Executive Michael Duggar called for continued efforts to lower rates, saying “one problem gambler is too many”.
“These newly announced numbers are low by international standards and we have recently declined gambling addiction, thanks to many initiatives, including the use of advertising to promote safer gambling tools. Further evidence of the positive progress we have made, including deposit limits and timeouts, as well as other changes we have made to raise the bar further, “said Dugher.
“With approximately 22.5 million adults betting monthly in the UK, it has again become clear that the overwhelming majority do so in a completely safe and responsible manner. One too many people, no room for complacency.Our work is in a regulated industry, as opposed to the dangers posed by the unsafe, unregulated, and growing online black market. That’s why we keep raising the bar across the board.
“The latest problem gambling figures will come as a blow to anti-gambling advocates who like to greatly exaggerate the problem in line with their efforts to treat gambling like tobacco, not alcohol, but it also takes white people into account. This fall paper will provide food for thought for new ministers who are
“We look forward to the white paper as an opportunity to drive further change, but the new government needs to be guided by evidence and carefully consider future measures for problematic gamblers and those at risk. A panter whose choice not only supports work and economy, but also helps to provide a lifeline for sports like racing.
