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AA comment on APPG online gambling harm report

/ June 16th 2020
Gambling Advertising

On Tuesday 16th June the All Party Political Group on Gambling Related Harm published their final report in the ‘Online Gambling Harm Inquiry’. One of the key recommendations of the report is ‘a ban on all gambling advertising’. The AA’s Chief Executive Stephen Woodford commented:

“Now more than ever, it is essential that all parts of the advertising industry fulfil their responsibilities to the highest standards to the UK, both economically and socially. We ask all gambling operators and their  agencies to continue to adhere to the strict standards set by the ASA and the Gambling Commission.  These rules clearly require gambling operators to be socially responsible and to protect the vulnerable, as well as under 18s. The codes are under regular and rigorous review in line with the evidence. As new evidence emerges, the ASA and Gambling Commission consider this and amend the rules if they believe the evidence supports change. At this time, we believe a total ban is not necessary – such an action has wide implications, particularly for the support of sports across media channels, something enjoyed by millions of people right across the UK.”
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