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Written question asked by Steve Darling (Liberal Democrat) on Tuesday, 14 July 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 16 July 2026. It was answered by Ian Murray (Labour) on Wednesday, 22 July 2026 on behalf of the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport.


Gaming Machines: Prizes

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport, whether her Department plans to review the maximum stakes and prizes limits for Category B3 and C gaming machines in adult gaming centres.

Answer

The government has been clear that it will not look to make additional deregulatory changes to the adult gaming sector until further improvements are made on customer protections. Government officials meet regularly with the Gambling Commission and representatives from the sector and will continue to support operators with making progress in this area.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
18766
Session
2026-27
Grouped for answer
Yes
Transferred
Yes
Subjects
Gaming machines Prizes
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk