Written Question·Department for Culture, Media and Sport·UIN 15823

Gambling Commission: Legal Opinion

Tabled: 3 July 2026

Answered: 8 July 2026

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Question

Charlie Dewhirst

Conservative — Bridlington and The Wolds

To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, with reference to the answer of 21 April 2026 to Question 126621 on Gambling Commission: Legal Opinion, in what circumstances may joining a consultancy that advises the gambling industry require

Answer

Ian Murray

All employees of the Gambling Commission are required to declare any intention to work in the regulated gambling sector, including consultancy. This is dealt with under a conflict of interest procedure, requiring sign off from a member of the executive te...

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