Why is this important?
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The prevalence of gambling harms is high
Around 2.5% of GB adults are estimated to have a Problem Gambling Severity Index (PGSI) score of 8 or higher.
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Anyone is at risk
Gambling harms can happen to people from all walks of life - millions are already affected.
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The impact can be devastating
This includes damage to lives, communities, mental and physical health, finances, relationships, education, and jobs. There's an estimated one gambling-related suicide every day.