Gambling Consultation 2024-02-22
2024-02-22
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Questions & Answers
Q1
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The MP inquired about the government's progress in addressing concerns raised through three consultations initiated after the publication of the Gambling White Paper.
What progress has the Department made on responding to the consultations on the gambling White Paper?
The Government launched three consultations following the gambling White Paper. We are considering all the evidence that was received and will publish the Government response soon. Our response to the consultation on the introduction of the online slots limit is due to be published imminently, and we are on track for implementation of the recommendations by the summer.
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The specific details about evidence considered and exact dates were not provided.
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Q2
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The MP asked about potential changes to machine rules for the adult gaming sector, currently out for consultation, that could enable better innovation and growth within the highly regulated land-based industry.
Will the Minister ensure that the highly regulated land-based industry can better innovate and grow by ensuring that the right option is chosen on the changes proposed to machine rules?
The hon. Lady is right that the rules for the land-based sector have been very out of date for some time. That is why doing these consultations has been really helpful; it has identified further work that needed to be done. We have had a second consultation on some of that but, again, we will still be on course to implement the changes by the summer.
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The specific options chosen and detailed timelines were not provided.
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Q3
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The MP highlighted the harmful effects of unregulated black market gambling, particularly on individuals trying to quit gambling.
What are the Government doing to protect families from the illegal black market in gambling?
The hon. Lady is right to highlight the dangers of the black market. That is why, as part of the White Paper, we said that we would give more powers to the Gambling Commission to be able to close down those black market websites which, frankly, are really quite dangerous.
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Assessment & feedback
Specific actions and timelines were not detailed beyond an intention to grant more powers.
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