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GambleAware, the UK’s leading charity for responsible gambling, has committed to supporting Gambling with Lives, or GLEN, with £375,000 over the next three years. The donation will be used to support GLEN’s efforts to raise awareness of gambling-related harm and push for regulatory changes to prevent it.
About GLEN
GLEN is a non-profit organization that was set up in 2018 by families who lost loved ones to gambling-related harm. The group’s aim is to prevent others from going through similar experiences by advocating for changes in the gambling industry and promoting responsible gambling.
GLEN’s work
GLEN has been actively campaigning for changes to gambling regulation since its inception. Some of the organization’s achievements to date include:
- successfully lobbying for a review of the UK’s Gambling Act 2005, which is currently underway.
- campaigning for the banning of VIP schemes in the UK, which led to the Gambling Commission launching a consultation on the issue.
- Raising awareness of gambling-related harm through its website, social media, and media appearances
The importance of Glen’s work
Glen’s work is crucial in a society where gambling is increasingly prevalent and gambling-related harm is on the rise. The UK Gambling Commission estimates that there are around 430,000 problem gamblers in the country, with another two million people at risk of developing a gambling problem.
Gambling-related harm can take many forms, including financial problems, mental health issues, and relationship breakdowns. In extreme cases, it can even lead to suicide, as was the case for many of the people who inspired the creation of GLEN.
GambleAware’s support
GambleAware’s donation of £375,000 to GLEN is a significant boost for the organization and its efforts to prevent gambling-related harm. The money will be used to fund GLEN’s ongoing work, including its campaigns for regulatory changes and its efforts to raise awareness of the issue.
In a statement announcing the donation, GambleAware’s Chief Executive, Zoe Osmond, said: “We are delighted to support Gambling with Lives and its important work in raising awareness of gambling-related harm and advocating for change.” “It is essential that the industry take responsibility for its impact on individuals and society, and we will continue to work with GLEN and other organisations to ensure that this happens.”
Conclusion
Glen’s work is essential in a world where gambling is becoming increasingly widespread and accessible. The organization’s campaigns for regulatory changes and efforts to raise awareness of gambling-related harm are making a significant difference, and GambleAware’s donation will help to ensure that this vital work can continue. It is hoped that other organisations and individuals will also support GLEN and its efforts to prevent gambling-related harm in the future.
