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Gambling (Licensing and Advertising) Act
Summary
This Act creates a licensing system so only approved gambling companies can operate legally in the UK. It sets rules about how gambling can be advertised and aims to protect vulnerable people, especially children, from the harms of gambling.
A vote to support means
- —Supporting this Act means you believe gambling businesses should be properly licensed and controlled by the government to protect people. It helps prevent fraud, protects young people from gambling, and ensures companies follow fair rules.
A vote to oppose means
- —Critics worry the Act could limit personal freedom and choice for adults. Some are concerned about the costs of licensing on small businesses, or feel advertising restrictions go too far.
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Bill Passage
Commons
- 1st reading9 May 2013
- 2nd reading5 Nov 2013
- Committee stage12 Nov 2013
- Report stage26 Nov 2013
- 3rd reading26 Nov 2013
Lords
- 1st reading27 Nov 2013
- 2nd reading17 Dec 2013
- Committee stage14 Jan 2014
- Report stage4 Mar 2014
- 3rd reading18 Mar 2014
Royal Assent14 May 2014
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