Written Question·Department for Culture, Media and Sport·UIN 89873
Gambling
Tabled: 11 November 2025
Answered: 19 November 2025
Question
Alex Ballinger
Labour — Halesowen
To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, whether she will assess the potential merits of reviewing the aim to permit duty under the Gambling Act 2005 to strengthen the ability of local authorities to limit gambling harms.
Answer
Ian MurrayLocal authorities are vital partners in the regulation of gambling and have a range of powers to influence the operation of gambling premises and limit gambling harm. These include site inspections, restrictions on opening hours, and suspending or revokin...
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