The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) is not resting, putting out new material to help against problem gambling. On May 3, the commission released its latest framework, this time specifically to help reduce gambling harms experienced by children and young people.

The report was developed by Ipsos Mori in collaboration with the UKGC, and laid out the types of damage that could be caused to young people by gambling. It was created by looking at Ipsos young person survey and determining how they are most affected by overboard betting.

The UKGC’s Programme Director for Safer Gambling, Helen Rhodes, said of the initiative: “Gaining a better understanding of the impact of gambling on children and young people is a key priority for the Commission.

“Childhood and adolescence is a key stage of development and any harms experienced at this stage in life can be detrimental to the future development, confidence and potential of young people.”