The situation and timing of the British White Paper on Gambling emerged in the air shortly after the resignation of Prime Minister Boris Johnson and shortly after it was revealed that the document was with him for final approval.
Johnson’s resignation decision has not yet been officially announced, but has been widely reported by the British media.
It follows the resignation of many government ministers, including Chris Philp, the minister responsible for reviewing gambling laws. This decision was also accompanied by the imminent release of the white paper.
Philp said in his resignation this morning that the review was at Johnson’s desk, awaiting “final approval.”
Yesterday (July 6), before Johnson resigned, Northridge Law partner Melanie Ellis said the possibility of a change at 10 Downing Street could delay the publication of the white paper. It was released.
“I think it will definitely affect that timing, but I think gambling reform has the support of general political parties, so even if there is a sudden election, there will definitely be changes. “She said. “And eventually, any changes will be discussed in Congress.
“In the end, I don’t think there’s a big difference in the results, but the timing can be a little late.”
John White, CEO of the British Amusement Catering Trade Association (Bacta), said further delays in the process caused by the departure of Johnson or Philp would “stuck” the amusement industry and its 20,000 employees.
“The next government should endeavor to appoint a minister to oversee the long-deferred gambling review white paper as soon as possible,” he said. “The proposal has already been postponed, and 20,000 people working in seaside arcades and arcades across the UK are confused.
“With rising energy prices and inflation damaging these often small, family-owned businesses, potential further delays will come at an increasingly difficult time for the industry, according to a recent survey by Bacta members. It turns out that hiring and rising prices are huge concerns.
“We are very open to further discussions with the new government and the new gambling minister, and we strongly believe that our proposed reforms will help the industry deal with the costs of doing business. The price that the consumer charges. “
