The national self-exclusion scheme for online gambling sites is in development. Input from people considering self-exclusion or those who have recently excluded online is needed now.
East Norfolk Medical Practice brought together support groups to raise awareness about problem gambling.
GamCare’s website was unavailable this weekend due to an issue with our web server.
Dirk Hansen, who has been our CEO for the last four years, has decided to move on from GamCare.
GamCare will be joined by Parkinson’s UK to host a dedicated live online chatroom for anyone affected by problematic gambling associated with Parkinson’s medications.
GamCare officially launched our national Youth Outreach programme on London’s South Bank today.
GamCare has announced changes to its Board of Trustees, appointing three new members to form a Clinical Panel. Three existing Board members are now retiring.
GamCare is hosting an hour-long live chatroom for women struggling with gambling problems on Friday 24th March at 2pm.
GamCare are recruiting new members for our Service User Panel, giving feedback on our services and ensuring they stay relevant going forward.
The HelpLine has been operating a Freephone number (0808 8020 133) since 2012 and gradually transitioning to reduce the number of calls received on the previous 0845 number, which charged callers to contact the HelpLine.
Guest blogger Fay has a think about CSR, and how we can work with others across the gambling sector to help protect players.
Catherine gets to grips with cryptocurrencies and trading in this week’s blog.
Guest blogger Steve reflects on how his own journey of recovery from gambling problems could resonate with others.
GamCare will be taking part in the next KnowNow conference on Responsible Advertising for Gambling Operators in October.
Guest blogger Anna reconsiders the link between problem gambling and domestic violence, particularly in light of the current FIFA World Cup tournament.
Our Youth Outreach Officer Megan is taking part in the Vitality London 10K on Monday 28th May, with a fundraising target of £200. Read more about why Megan is running for GamCare.
GamCare CEO, Anna Hemmings, will take part in a panel discussion at the upcoming Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the Gambling Industry conference, organised by KnowNow events on 22nd May. Here, Anna blogs about why she believes this is such an important issue.
Guest blogger Fay examines why adolescents may be at greater risk of developing gambling problems if not given the right support and information.
Blogger Catherine takes a closer look at the issue of gambling with debit, credit and contactless cards, and how this may affect those in the grip of compulsive gambling.
Tuesday 6th February 2018 was Safer Internet Day. Guest blogger Megan takes a look at how GamCare’s Youth Outreach programme can support young people to navigate their online lives more safely.