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<p>His Majesty’s Government struck a balanced and evidence-led approach in our review
of gambling regulation. We continue to monitor research, and have carefully considered
the findings in this study. We recognise that there is a growing body of research
that provides evidence of an association between loot box purchases and gambling activity,
as well as evidence of a link with a variety of harms, including harmful gambling.
However, research has not established whether a causal relationship exists, and there
are a range of plausible explanations.</p><p>In order to address gaps in research
around these and similar areas, we have developed and published the Video Games Research
Framework to support high quality independent research into video games, including
loot boxes. We are also introducing a statutory levy charged to gambling operators
which will raise trusted, long-term funding for gambling research. We are clear that
we will continue to look carefully at any further research that results from that
and take action if necessary.</p>
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