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Labour MPs Push Gambling Tax Hike to Lift Child Cap

9/26/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Over 100 Labour MPs, led by Gordon Brown, propose raising gambling taxes to fund removing the two-child cap, targeting about GBP 3.2 billion.
MPs argue the sector contributes little and offshore to avoid taxes, increasing pressure on Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer to lift the cap.
The plan would raise rates on online slots and sports betting.

History

Historical Context

The UK Gambling Act of 2005 established a regulatory framework that spurred the online betting industry, which generated around £14 billion in revenue by 2021. In response to ongoing concerns about tax evasion, over 100 Labour MPs, led by Gordon Brown, proposed raising gambling taxes to fund the removal of the two-child cap, aiming to address welfare inequalities and reshape social policy funding.

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Story summary

Over 100 Labour MPs, led by Gordon Brown, propose raising gambling taxes to fund removing the two-child cap, targeting about GBP 3.2 billion.
MPs argue the sector contributes little and offshore to avoid taxes, increasing pressure on Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer to lift the cap.
The plan would raise rates on online slots and sports betting.

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