Gambling Harmful Effects 2024-10-17
2024-10-17
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Q1
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The question arises from concerns about the harmful impact of gambling on communities.
What steps she is taking with Cabinet colleagues to tackle the harmful effects of gambling. The Government are committed to reviewing all the available evidence and listening to first-hand constituency experience, such as that in Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock.
The Government are committed to reviewing all the available evidence and listening to first-hand constituency experience. We have a dedicated Minister for gambling, Baroness Twycross, who has met representatives across the industry and those affected by problem gambling to ensure robust policy in place.
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Q2
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The question addresses the need for a levy to fund treatment and information for those affected by problem gambling.
Are steps being taken to progress towards an independent statutory levy on the industry to fund gambling treatment and independent information? The Gambling Commission estimates that 2.5% of the population meet the threshold to be categorised as suffering from problem gambling.
The Government are committed to reviewing all the available evidence and listening to first-hand constituency experience of Members. We will update the House soon on our strategy, and Baroness Twycross will discuss the issue with MPs.
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Q3
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The question focuses on the financial impact of gambling, particularly online gambling.
Have the new Government considered the fiscal cost to society of gambling, especially online gambling? Financial resources are limited and there is a black hole left by the Conservative Government.
We are very aware of the issues raised. We would be pleased to discuss them with my hon. Friend, ensuring robust protections in place, particularly for online gambling.
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Q4
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The question concerns reforms to the betting levy and affordability checks in the horseracing industry.
What plans does she have to reform the betting levy and affordability checks? The Tote is headquartered in Wigan, giving her insight into the industry.
There will be a debate on horseracing next Thursday in Westminster Hall. Baroness Twycross is having discussions with representatives from across the industry, and she would be delighted to discuss this with the hon. Member.
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Q5
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The question questions the Government's stance on supporting the gambling industry against a rumored tax raid.
Can she clarify whether she supports the industry or the Treasury? A rumor of a £3 billion tax raid has already seen £3 billion wiped off the value of bookies. When will we see gambling reforms with a timetable?
We cannot believe everything read in papers. The Government are determined to strike the right balance, aware of the value and importance of this industry for the UK economy and employment prospects.
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