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GamCare's Money Guidance Service earns national acclaim for tackling gambling harm

From a regional pilot to a national lifeline—how GamCare's initiative is transforming support for gambling debt. Experts call it a 'game-changer' for vulnerable individuals.

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The image shows a poster with text and a logo that reads "When companies sneak hidden junk fees into families' bills, it can take hundreds of dollars a month out of their pockets."

GamCare's Money Guidance Service earns national acclaim for tackling gambling harm

GamCare's Money Guidance Service has received strong recognition after a detailed evaluation. The programme, which launched in 2022, supports people facing gambling-related financial harm. It now operates across Great Britain following a national rollout last year. The service began as a pilot in Yorkshire, Humber, and the East Midlands. Its success led to a full national expansion in 2023. Since then, it has provided debt advice and gambling-specific money guidance to those in need.

An independent report titled *Bridging the Gap between Gambling Support and Debt Advice* highlighted the initiative's value. The evaluation was carried out by Dr Xia Lin and Professor Alessio D'Angelo. Their findings confirmed the service's effectiveness in addressing financial struggles linked to gambling. While exact figures on beneficiaries remain undisclosed, the programme continues to assist individuals across the country. Its core mission is to combine practical debt advice with tailored support for gambling issues.

The Money Guidance Service now stands as a key resource for people affected by gambling-related financial problems. The report's endorsement reinforces its role in bridging debt advice and gambling support. The service remains available nationally for those seeking help.

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