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Great Britain lagging behind in gambling regulationsA recent report by the UK charity GambleAware highlights how Great Britain is lagging behind many European nations in regulating gambling advertisements, specifically those targeting vulnerable audiences.
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Gambling problems among young people has more than tripledThe latest data from the Gambling Commission shows a concerning rise in problem gambling among young people in the UK, with rates more than tripling over the past year.
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Gambling ads tripled during Premier League's opening weekendNew research reveals a sharp rise in gambling adverts during the Premier League’s opening weekend, nearly tripling compared to last year.
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Call to ban gambling sponsors in UK sport as hidden harms are revealedA report by the UK’s gambling industry regulator reveals that the true extent of problem gambling may be hidden, as eleven Premier League teams start the season with major bookmaker sponsors.
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Surge in requests for gambling support following Euro 2024 tournamentMore people are seeking help with problem gambling in the wake of Euro 2024 than in the previous tournament, a charity has warned.
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'Gambling content is now part of many children's lives', says charityUK children are increasingly exposed to gambling advertisements online, leading to concerns about their impact, according to charity GambleAware.
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Gambling should be "seen as a health concern", says ex gambling addictSam Perry, a 33-year-old from Bromsgrove, Worcestershire, has shared his journey from spending £60,000 on gambling within two years to supporting others in overcoming similar challenges.
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"Sneaky" social media advertising is luring young people into gamblingCampaigners have raised concerns over the increasing use of "sneaky" social media advertisements by betting firms.
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Profits over people as the gambling industry embraces AIThe gambling industry's integration of AI is raising concerns over its impact on addiction.
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Football plays a large part in gambling addiction, says leader of gambling care organisation
The North West Gambling Service (NWGS) has launched a new initiative to address the increasing issue of gambling addiction, and the “hundreds of deaths [caused] each year”.
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