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<p>In October 2016 the government launched a call for evidence on stakes and prizes
of gaming machines, their numbers and locations, and social responsibility measures
to protect players and communities from gambling-related harm. The Gambling Minister
held several meetings to help inform the analysis of evidence and responses.</p><p>These
included meetings with the National Casino Forum (NCF) in November 2016, and the British
Amusement and Gaming Machine industry trade body BACTA, the Association of British
Bookmakers (ABB), independent bookmakers, the Bingo Association, the Campaign for
Fairer Gambling, the Local Government Association and Newham Council in January 2017.</p>
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