Industry
May 16, 2023
DCMS Receives Feedback from Leading Charities
Gambling treatment service providers have offered recommendations to the UK Department for Digital, Culture, Media, and Sport (DCMS) during an oral evidence session, calling for further measures to address problem gambling. The charities shared their data, noting that problem gambling rates had peaked. However, rising pressure to quickly implement the white paper means the government […]
Industry
May 11, 2023
GambleAware Reports 34% Increase In Donations for 2022-23
The charity that focuses on research, prevention and treatment services for people affected by gambling harm, GambleAware, published a new report revealing details regarding the donations it received for the 12 months ended March 31, 2023. Judging by the recent figures, the company secured a total of £46.5 million ($58.2 million) in donations between 2022 […]
Industry
April 13, 2023
GambleAware Campaign Challenges Gambling Harm Stigma
GambleAware has probed into gambling stigma, realizing that three in four people suffering from gambling harm are afraid to open up to their loved ones. The study confirmed that stigma is a serious problem that prevents people from seeking help. Furthermore, one in four people think they know a person who has experienced problem gambling. […]
Industry
April 4, 2023
Betknowmore Joins the National Gambling Support Network
Betknowmore, a UK charity that helps people overcome problem gambling, has announced that it has joined the National Gambling Support Network (NGSN). This comes in the wake of GambleAware’s decision to increase funding for the network. As announced by Betknowmore, the charity’s services, namely Peer Aid, New Beginnings and GOALS, have been commissioned by Gamble […]
Industry
April 3, 2023
GambleAware Increases Funding for National Gambling Support Network
The leading independent charity in the UK, GambleAware, announced changes to its National Gambling Treatment Service (NGTS) Monday. The charity confirmed that the NGTS was renamed to National Gambling Support Network (NGSN). Additionally, GambleAware confirmed that it doubled the funding for the next year for the newly renamed network that will help by providing vital […]
Industry
March 29, 2023
GambleAware Provided £350K for Gambling Harm/Stigma Research
UK independent charity GambleAware announced Tuesday it has awarded a £350,000 ($431,000) grant to help examine further the link of gambling harm with stigma and discrimination. Stigma and Discrimination GambleAware awarded the funds to the National Centre for Social Research (NatCen) and the University of Wolverhampton to support their collaboration with Liverpool John Moore University […]
Industry
March 21, 2023
GambleAware Uncovers Minority-Related Gambling Harm Disparities
Gambling harm-focused UK charity GambleAware released the findings of new research comparing gambling experiences and gambling harms in Great Britain, concluding that minorities are twice as likely to develop gambling harm compared to white British majority people. Increased Vulnerabilities for Minorities The report named “Minority Communities & Gambling Harms: Quantitative Report – Lived Experience, Racism, […]
Industry
March 2, 2023
GambleAware Pledges £2M Funding to Help Gambling Harm Recovery
The charity with a goal to keep people safe from gambling and help with the treatment and support services for people affected by gambling harm, GambleAware, announced it dedicated £2 million ($2.4 million) funding from its Aftercare Funding Program (AFP) to aid organizations that provide treatment and support services for people affected by gambling harm. […]
Industry
February 27, 2023
Scottish Players Reluctant to Seek Problem Gambling Help
The UK-based organization partnered with Citizens Advice Scotland, the region’s largest independent advice network, to train thousands of professionals on recognizing signs of gambling harm. GambleAware’s recent findings during the process showcased that public understanding regarding the issue was still lacking, and individuals seeking support needed to overcome personal and social barriers. Stigma Remains an […]
Industry
February 20, 2023
GambleAware Opens Applications for Two LEC Members to Fill Out Vacant Spots
The independent UK-based charity’s Lived Experience Council (LEC) which was officially introduced to the public in December 2022 has been designed for up to 12 members, including the chair. At the moment, the council is missing two members. Accordingly, GambleAware has announced it is ready to receive applicants interested in joining the group of people […]
