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Underage Internet Gambling Study - GamCare's response
27 July 2004
GamCare has outlined their key concerns from the results of the underage internet gambling study, and have called for a network of shared responsibility in order to resolve the issues surrounding underage access to Internet gambling. GamCare would like to see:
> The gambling industry make the implementation of effective age and ID verification systems a priority.
> Other involved sectors to do more to address this issue including ISPs and sites advertising gambling sites.
> A higher awareness of the risks within the general public, especially from parents.
> Banks and Credit/Debit card companies to commit support to help tackle underage play.
GamCare are keen to work with any company to help develop effective policies addressing social responsibility and underage play.
The full GamCare response is available below
GamCare Response Word Document
GamCare Response PDF Document
For details and a copy of the press release click here
For a copy of the full study report click here