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Public Demands Stricter Gambling Ads Amid Rising Concerns

1/1/2026

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Public pressure mounts on UK ministers to impose stricter gambling advertising rules after a 70% support poll.
The Campaign to End Gambling Advertising highlights concerns about children's exposure to gambling ads, with 44% preferring empty shops over gambling venues.
Despite lower stake limits and a voluntary advertising code, the gambling sector remains largely unregulated.
Former Conservative leader Iain Duncan Smith calls for action to protect future generations from gambling harm.

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Public pressure mounts on UK ministers to impose stricter gambling advertising rules after a 70% support poll.
The Campaign to End Gambling Advertising highlights concerns about children's exposure to gambling ads, with 44% preferring empty shops over gambling venues.
Despite lower stake limits and a voluntary advertising code, the gambling sector remains largely unregulated.
Former Conservative leader Iain Duncan Smith calls for action to protect future generations from gambling harm.