Van Schalkwyk and Cassidy argue that recent UK gambling policy consultations fail to address the transformational change required to prevent gambling harm. The current laws prioritize the expansion of the gambling industry, and the proposed reforms in the government’s white paper are superficial. They advocate for a new Gambling Act based on public health principles, as the Gambling Act 2005 was designed to expand the industry at the expense of public health. They also highlight the lack of independence in gambling research and education, which is largely funded by the industry. They call for a change in regulations to prevent harm instead of relying on industry funding for solutions.
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How we can solve the crisis in UK gambling policy
