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MP Calls for Urgent Gambling Reform Amid Addiction Crisis

7/18/2025

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Labour MP Alex Ballinger urges comprehensive gambling reform in the UK, deeming the £100 million levy inadequate.
He proposes increased taxes on high-risk gambling products and stricter advertising regulations to safeguard youth.
Ballinger emphasizes the detrimental effects of gambling addiction, particularly among veterans, and opposes equal tax treatment for all gambling types.
Public backing for higher gambling taxes is at 74%, notably higher than in Greece.

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Labour MP Alex Ballinger urges comprehensive gambling reform in the UK, deeming the £100 million levy inadequate.
He proposes increased taxes on high-risk gambling products and stricter advertising regulations to safeguard youth.
Ballinger emphasizes the detrimental effects of gambling addiction, particularly among veterans, and opposes equal tax treatment for all gambling types.
Public backing for higher gambling taxes is at 74%, notably higher than in Greece.