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Written question asked by Bishop of St Albans (Bishops (affiliation)) on Tuesday, 22 April 2025, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 7 May 2025. It was answered by Lord Coaker (Labour) on Wednesday, 7 May 2025 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.


Armed Forces: Gambling

Question

To ask His Majesty's Government whether they plan to introduce legislation similar to the Gambling Addiction Prevention Act 2019 in the United States of America, to require the development and implementation of policies and programmes to prevent and treat gambling disorders among members of the armed forces and their dependants.

Answer

The Ministry of Defence (MOD) has no current plans to introduce legislation. The MOD already has a number of policies and programmes in place within the Armed Forces that assist Service personnel with gambling addiction.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL6748
Session
2024-26
Grouped for answer
Yes
Subjects
Armed forces Gambling
Link
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