Should the chancellor hike the tax on gambling? With experts warning of a hidden teen gambling crisis sweeping the UK, some see the government’s budget as an opportunity to turn the tide.
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Own goal: Many argue that gambling advertising in football normalises and increases the appeal of gambling, potentially leading to earlier engagement and increased risk of gambling-related harm for young people. Glossary
Punters - A person who gambles, places a bet, or makes a risky investment.
Adverse - Harmful or unfavourable; something that has a bad effect.
Statutory - Required by law.
Susceptible - Likely to be influenced easily.
Chancellor - The Chancellor of the Exchequer is the minister responsible for the British government’s economic policy. The job is often regarded as second in power and important to that of the prime minister.
Mitigate - Make something bad less serious or dangerous.
Bombshell - A shocking or surprising piece of news.
Disincentivise - Discourage someone from doing something by taking away an incentive, or reward.
Bookmakers - An organisation or a person that accepts and pays out bets on sporting and other events at agreed-upon odds.
Safeguard - To protect something or someone from harm.