Gambling Act Review White Paper

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The Minister stated that no one should be denied an innocent flutter. Has she considered the impact of gambling dens where people can lose thousands in a day, often from debt or low wages? Does she have any plans to address these issues?

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Many constituents suffer from gambling harm and are unaware of the help available. What more can be done to raise awareness and provide support?

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How will the proposed levy be structured to ensure it effectively funds research, education, and treatment for problem gambling?

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How will vulnerable groups, such as those with mental health issues or addiction histories, be protected from gambling harm?

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There are concerns about the impact of gambling harm on communities. What plans does the Government have to support local areas affected by this issue?

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I thank the Secretary of State for that update, and for advance sight of her statement. I, too, pay tribute to all the campaigners who have long been calling for better regulation and reform of the gambling industry... (full question provided)

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I congratulate my right hon. and learned Friend on finally—finally—getting this White Paper published... (full question provided)

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I thank the Secretary of State for advance sight of her statement. We have consistently encouraged and pressed the Government for action in this area and, as other right hon. and hon. Members have said, a dozen Ministers responsible for gambling have come and gone since change was first promised... (full question provided)

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Welcomes the announcement, pays tribute to members of the all-party parliamentary group on gambling related harm for their work. Mentions that although it's a positive start, more needs to be done regarding online harms caused by betting companies and advertising of gambling products to children.

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Questions the thinking behind asking gambling companies to think 25 when verifying age, rather than 21.

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Asks if the Gambling Commission will be able to run independent background affordability checks without causing friction in the system.

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Welcomes the White Paper but urges swift action to implement proposals without delaying tactics.

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Questions how many regular punters were consulted before bringing forward these proposals and raises concerns about the arbitrariness of affordability check figures.

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Asks how the money from the statutory levy will be used independently of industry influence.

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Welcomes tone but asks about ensuring regulation does not damage grassroots sport, highlighting symbiotic relationship between the industry and sports.

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Welcomes the statement and acknowledges campaigners' hard work. Expresses concern about industry involvement in regulatory processes, emphasising need to involve individuals with lived experience of gambling harm.

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Questions the statement's lack of mention regarding unregulated gambling sites accessible through search engines, highlighting vulnerability of scratchcard users and for-profit fundraisers. Questions if measures adequately protect vulnerable individuals.

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Praises Secretary of State for acknowledging constituent work but expresses disappointment over lack of further action on advertising, especially in football. Highlights the harm caused by advertisements during matches and calls for comprehensive measures.

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Asks Secretary of State to review regulatory regime for postcode lottery and hospice lotteries.

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Congratulates Minister for publishing White Paper and discusses vulnerability of regime to offshore operators who flout regulations. Asks for a whole-of-Government approach including crime agencies, Treasury, and banks.

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Highlights accessibility of black market through smartphones, seeking assurance that regulator will take action.

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References personal loss due to gambling harms and urges fast implementation of proposed measures.

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Welcomes statement but expresses concern about future-proofing measures against gambling industry's adaptability.

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The end of gambling company sponsorship on premier league team shirts is a welcome step, but it will not come until the end of the 2025-26 season—three years hence. It is not good enough; there is not enough urgency in that.

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When Governments ban or curtail legitimate activities, underground markets bubble up to fill that void. Even without things such as stake limits, 5% of UK gamblers have used unlicensed and unregulated sites.

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The Secretary of State said in her statement that she will ensure that children can “engage in no forms of gambling”, including online gambling. Can she confirm whether that will be through an age verification process?

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Clearly there is a delicate balance between addiction and the safe enjoyment of gambling. What assurances can my right hon. and learned Friend provide that these proposed reforms will not negatively impact people’s enjoyment of a day at the races, a football bet on a Saturday?

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I welcome a number of the measures that the Secretary of State has set out today, including the statutory levy. Given that technology moves at great pace, what assurances can she give that not only the rules will be updated in future but that the powers, resources and capacity of the new regulator will be kept up to date with the moves in technology?

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I thank the Secretary of State very much for her statement on the Gambling Act review. Many of us feel that there has been positive progress, so I say well done, Secretary of State. Photographic ID proving age is necessary on betting apps, so some under-18s have been buying fake IDs to enable them to bet online.

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As vice-chair of the all-party parliamentary group on gambling-related harm, I thank the Secretary of State for her statement and welcome the long-awaited White Paper. Does the Secretary of State agree that this highlights the need for an intersectional public-health-focused and free-to-access treatment programme offering tailored support to those who require it?