Research and policy

We are passionate about the importance of hearing the voices of young people and families, and the practitioners who support them, around how gambling is regulated in the UK. Here you can find research we have conducted with partner organisations, as well as relevant research and policy resources, to inform and inspire your practice.

Darren's story

Darren was affected by gambling harm throughout his youth and adolescence.

In this video, he shares his experience of gambling when he was a child, how his involvement escalated over time, and how gambling rewired his brain.

Fay's story

Fay is a PhD researcher on gambling harms at the University of Glasgow.

In this video, she shares her experience of gambling, domestic violence, and poor mental health. Through her recovery journey, she describes learning about the addictive design of gambling products.

Dowload the full Gambling Education Toolkit

The 2022 edition of our toolkit is packed with up-to-date research and new activities.
It has everything you need to improve your knowledge and confidence to address gambling harms in your work.

In a nutshell

GAMBLING AND YOUNG PEOPLE
Almost half (48%) of 11-16 year olds have gambled at some point in their lives. This video resource gives an engaging snapshot of some key facts around young people's gambling behaviours in GB and their experience of harm.

GAMBLING AND AFFECTED OTHERS
For each person experiencing harmful gambling, it's estimated 6 people close to them are affected. Check out this In a Nutshell resource which provides a quick explanation of how one person's harmful gambling can affect people close to them.

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Meet our newest trustee – Gillian McNeil

January 31, 2024

Please join us in welcoming our newest board member, Gillian McNeil who joined us in August last year. Gillian has…

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New podcast alert! Steph Shilton’s story

January 25, 2024

Our next podcast has just dropped and we were incredibly fortunate to have had the lovely Steph Shilton come speak…

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Front cover of the event report

2023 Scottish Gambling Education Conference report now available

January 15, 2024

We are delighted to share the report from the 2023 Scottish Gambling Education Conference. This year’s theme was ‘Engaging Community…

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Details from the Scottish Gambling Education Network meeting on 31 Aug

September 13, 2023

Our third network webinar of 2023 was on 31 August, and focused on ‘Gambling and Crime.’ Tickets for the event…

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New survey for young people in Scotland – Share your views on gambling, gaming, and cryptocurrency

September 4, 2023

Are you aged 11-25 and living in Scotland? If so, we want to hear what you think about gambling, cryptocurrency,…

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Inclusive practice: Introducing our partnership with LGBT Youth Scotland

June 29, 2023

In this post, Allie (CEO) and Christina (Project Development Officer) describe our partnership with LGBT Youth Scotland (LGBTYS)  and our…

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