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New research reveals sharp rise in gambling-related issues this Christmas
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People with gambling issues are more likely to be turning to the activity this festive period than last year, according to new research commissioned by GamCare. In our recent YouGov survey of over 4,000 …
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Monzo blocks £9 million in gambling transactions in 2024 alone
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New data from the UK’s leading digital bank reveals it now blocks a staggering £800,000 in gambling transactions a month, following the introduction of new features to its gambling block. As part of …
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GamCare highlights new ways for banks to proactively screen transactional data to detect harmful gambling
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The gambling support charity GamCare is today highlighting ways that banks in the UK can protect their customers experiencing harm from gambling, following a recent workshop it ran with experts from across …
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Calls for banks to raise consumer awareness of gambling blocks
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We have published the latest recommendations for improving bank gambling blocks across the user journey, from increased awareness to additional support beyond the block for vulnerable customers. Bank …
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Calling for stronger partnerships to tackle gambling related debt
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We have published the latest recommendations for addressing gambling related debt, calling for better referral pathways between sectors to support those experiencing harm. In November, we facilitated the …
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Money guidance support for gamblers now available
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People in Leeds and the East Midlands who have been financially impacted by gambling, whether their own or someone else’s, will be able to receive tailored money guidance support, starting today. Our new …
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Lloyds Bank customers now able to set personalised gambling spend limits
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Lloyds Bank customers will now be able to set personalised monthly limits on how much they spend each month on gambling using their debit card, as part of a trial. The feature – the first of its kind …
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GamCare highlights need for self-exclusion scheme for consumers involved in high-risk and cryptocurrency trading
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At Gamcare, we are seeing the growing risks to consumers from high-risk trading and investing, including cryptocurrencies. We suggest a self-exclusion scheme for stock and cryptocurrency traders could help …
Read moreGamCare shines the spotlight on student gambling habits during the campus return
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GamCare, the leading UK provider of free information, advice and support for anyone harmed by gambling, has identified the need to better educate students and their support networks on potential risks they …
Read moreGamCare Announce New Partnership with PayPlan
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We’re piloting an initiative with our partners, PayPlan. Through referral, we can connect people affected by gambling related debt with expert specialist advice at PayPlan. According to GamCare’s latest …
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