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GamCare’s New Gambling Related Financial Harm Initiative Launched
The link between problem gambling and financial harm is well established – 66% of callers to the National Gambling HelpLine disclose that they are have some level of debt. Someone affected by a gambling …
Read moreNational Gambling HelpLine to Operate 24 Hours a Day
The National Gambling Helpline, operated by GamCare and funded by GambleAware, is extending its hours and will now operate 24-hours a day from the 1st October 2019.
Read moreSafer Gambling Standard Consultation – for industry and wider public
GamCare is developing a new independent website for the Safer Gambling Standard assurance scheme. The Safer Gambling Standard is a set of social responsibility best practice guidelines for operators which …
Read moreNew integrated gambling support services launches in Leeds
A new, fully integrated support service for people with gambling problems is launching in Leeds.
Read moreInvitation to Tender: Safer Gambling Standard Website
GamCare has launched an Invitation to Tender (ITT) for companies to develop a new independent website for the Safer Gambling Standard accreditation scheme.
Read moreGambling Commission Considers if Credit Cards Should be Banned
The Gambling Commission is currently considering whether to ban the use of credit cards for gambling. GamCare is seeking your views to inform our response to this consultation.
Read moreNational Gambling HelpLine to Pilot 24-hour Service
GamCare will be able to provide a 24-hour service via the National Gambling HelpLine from October 2019.
Read moreYour Thoughts on the National Gambling Treatment System
GambleAware have commissioned independent researchers to undertake an assessment of the strengths, gaps and areas for improvement across the current specialist gambling treatment system in Great Britain, …
Read moreGamCare Expands National Youth Outreach Programme
GamCare is expanding our Youth Outreach Programme across England, Scotland and Wales after securing additional funding for two years. The programme offers free interactive workshops to young people aged 11 …
Read moreNew Treatment Offer for Young People in London
The NHS has today announced that they will create a new treatment clinic for young people affected by gambling through the National Problem Gambling Clinic in London. GamCare supports the development of a …
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