The Gambling Commission has published the second annual report from the Gambling Survey for Great Britain (GSGB), currently the largest dedicated study in the world focusing on gambling habits, behaviors, and impacts. The survey, developed by the National Centre for Social Research in collaboration with the University of Glasgow, has undergone independent review and contributes to the Commission[...] Read more » UKGC publishes Second Annual Report from the Gambling Survey for Great Britain
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Here are some numbers and facts! Key Findings from the 2024 Report:
Gambling Participation: Nearly half (48%) of adults aged 18 and over in Great Britain reported gambling in the past four weeks. However, this figure drops to 28% when those who only purchased lottery tickets are excluded. Gambler Sentiment: Among those who had gambled in the last 12 months, 42% described their most recent gambling experience positively, compared to 21% who viewed it negatively. The most common reasons given for gambling were the potential to win large sums of money (85%) and finding the activity enjoyable (72%). Problem Gambling: In 2024, 2.7% of adults scored 8 or more on the Problem Gambling Severity Index (PGSI), a figure consistent with results from 2023
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