Written question asked by Stephen Timms (Labour) on Monday, 27 January 2014, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 30 January 2014 (named day). It was answered by Helen Grant (Conservative) on Thursday, 30 January 2014 on behalf of the Department for Culture, Media and Sport.
Gambling
- Question
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To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport whether she has agreed any voluntary scheme for improved player protection with betting companies; and if she will make a statement.
- Answer
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The Government has secured a commitment from the Association of British Bookmakers to introduce and evaluate new player protection measures on fixed odds betting terminals from 1 March 2014. The Government continues to work with the betting industry, the Gambling Commission, the Responsible Gambling Strategy Board and the Responsible Gambling Trust to determine what further measures might be necessary to mitigate harm.
Secondary information
- Type
- Written question
- Reference
- 185156; 574 c683W
- Session
- 2013-14
- Subjects
- Gambling Protection
- Link
- View this Written question on www.publications.parliament.uk
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- Timestamp
- 2014-01-31 06:54:09 +0000
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