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Gambling News - 'Gamcare'
Industry
November 7, 2024
GamCare Shifts Its Focus to the Banking Sector
In a strategic shift, the UK gambling charity GamCare has announced that it will no longer provide its Safer Gambling Standard services for gambling operators past 2024, redirecting the focus to supporting financial institutions in tackling gambling-related harm. This decision aligns with GamCare’s pledge to focus on providing direct support and broader, cross-sector projects. This […]
Industry
October 3, 2024
GamCare Extends Support for Problem Gambling with Night Chat Groups
GamCare, the largest British charity dedicated to aiding problem gamblers and helping them get back to their normal lives, has launched nighttime support group meets, a much-needed expansion of its overall services. GamCare Strengthens RG Measures with Chat Rooms The harm-prevention charity has hailed the opportunity to put in place further safeguards that help people […]
Industry
July 9, 2024
GambleAware, GamCare Enhance Teams with Strategic Additions
GambleAware has designated Siân Griffiths as its new chair of trustees, replacing Baroness Kate Lampard. The latter is stepping down after approximately eight years in the position. Griffiths will step into the office on July 18 and will leverage her profound industry experience to tackle gambling harms in the UK. A former chair of Public […]
Industry
June 12, 2024
GamCare Asks Banking Firms to Join War on Gambling Harm
GamCare, a leading British problem gambling charity, asked banks to block payments from business accounts to gambling operators. The organization cited recent examples where employees, directors and self-employed people have gambled with business funds as the reason for its call. GamCare pointed out that gambling transactions can be made from business accounts with the most […]
Industry
June 6, 2024
GamCare Wants More Support for At-Risk Employees Before Euro 2024
Leading, independent provider of information, advice, and support for anyone affected by gambling harms, GamCare, has urged employers to be prepared to offer additional support to staff members who are vulnerable to gambling addiction just ahead of the much-anticipated start of Euro 2024. Safe Spaces and a 5-Step Plan for At-Risk Employees The UK charity […]
Business
February 14, 2024
GamCare Appoints Mark Weiss as Deputy CEO
GamCare, a leading gambling support charity, has unveiled a major new appointment to its leadership team. According to the charity’s official announcement, the experienced Mark Weiss, currently serving as director of communications and external affairs, has also been named as the GamCare’s new deputy chief executive officer. The charity highlighted Weiss’ experience, noting that he […]
Industry
January 31, 2024
UK’s National Gambling Helpline Received 52,000+ Calls in 2023
The National Gambling Helpline has received a record-breaking number of calls in 2023. According to GamCare’s official announcement, a total of 52,370 calls and online chats were made to the helpline. This figure represents a 24% year-on-year increase and also highlights the increased visibility of the services offered by the helpline. In addition, GamCare mentioned […]
Industry
October 26, 2023
X Factor Winner Stephenson Opens Up about Past Gambling Problems
X Factor winner Myles Stephenson opened up about the gambling problems he experienced in his early youth. In an interview with BBC, the musician reminisced about this dark period of his life, sharing insights into how he got hooked on gambling. For reference, Stephenson is a part of the Rak-Su R&B group, which won the […]
Industry
September 21, 2023
GamCare: The Percentage of People Struggling with Online Slots Has Increased
GamCare data shows that, concerningly, the percentage of online casino players struggling with slot machine-related gambling problems, has increased significantly over the past five years. According to the independent UK charity, three in five people (60%) who sought help last year cited slot games as one of their preferred verticals. For reference, the percentage of […]
Industry
August 18, 2023
GamCare Welcomes D’Arcy Myers as Interim CEO
With a wealth of experience in independent charity consultancy and a proven track record in driving strategic development and change processes, D’Arcy Myers will play a pivotal role in guiding GamCare through its mission to create a safer and more responsible gambling environment. He will build upon the achievements of his predecessor and utilize his […]