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<p>The government launched its Review of the Gambling Act 2005 on 8 December with
the publication of Terms of Reference and a Call for Evidence. The Review is wide-ranging
and aims to ensure that the regulation of gambling is fit for the digital age. The
Call for Evidence included questions on the need for changes to the system of consumer
redress, the appropriate mechanism for recouping the societal and regulatory costs
of gambling and on barriers to high quality research. We will publish a white paper
setting out our conclusions and vision for the sector in due course, and this will
include an indication of how any changes will be implemented, whether by legislation
or other means.</p><p>Public Health England’s review will be a valuable contribution
to our Gambling Act Review and we are considering it carefully. Alongside the Review,
we will work with the Department of Health and Social Care and key stakeholders to
address the knowledge gaps identified in the evidence review and improve data collection
more broadly.</p><p> </p>
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