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Written question asked by Ellie Chowns (Green Party) on Thursday, 27 March 2025, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 31 March 2025. It was answered by Stephanie Peacock (Labour) on Wednesday, 2 April 2025 on behalf of the Department for Culture, Media and Sport.


Betting: General Election 2024

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, pursuant to the Answer of 20 March 2025 to Question 37932 on Gambling Commission, in what month this year she expects the Gambling Commission to concludes its investigation on allegations under section 42 of the Gambling Act 2005 relating to bets placed on the date of the 2024 General Election.

Answer

The Gambling Commission is continuing its investigation into potential criminal offences of cheating under section 42 of the Gambling Act 2005 in relation to bets placed on the timing of the 2024 General Election. Responsibility for specific timings related to this investigation are a matter for the Gambling Commission and it would be inappropriate to comment whilst the matter is ongoing.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
42055
Session
2024-26
Related items
Gambling Commission
Thursday, 20 March 2025
Written questions
House of Commons
Subjects
Betting Gambling Commission General Election 2024
Legislation
Gambling Act 2005
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk