Written Question·Department for Culture, Media and Sport·UIN 18346

Cryptocurrencies: Gambling

Tabled: 13 July 2026
Answered: 20 July 2026

Question

Alex Ballinger

LabourHalesowen

To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, what information her Department holds on the Reform Party holding discussions with the Gambling Commission on Crypto Gambling.

Answer

Ian Murray
The Gambling Commission, as the independent regulator for gambling, has responsibility for making decisions around licensing. The Gambling Commission has not been approached or held any discussion with the Reform Party on crypto gambling.