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GambleAware Awards £250,000 Grant for New Research into Women’s Lived Experience of Gambling Harms
GambleAware has announced the outcome of its recent grant award process to build evidence of the lived experiences of women in relation to gambling and gambling harms, both as gamblers and/or as “affected others”.
The grant was awarded through a competitive process to a team led by Kelsey Beninger, Director at IFF Research in collaboration with Maria Fannin, Professor of Human Geography and Sharon Collard, Professor of Personal Finance at the University of Bristol, and Dominique Webb, Head of Programmes and Marina Smith Women’s Programme at GamCare.
The 18-month programme is taking a mixed-method, multidisciplinary and multi-sector approach and will include roundtables, depth interviews and community committees with women with lived experience of gambling harms. The specific objectives of the programme are to:
- Explore the reality and lived experiences of women and their engagement with and experience of gambling, gambling harms, and gambling treatment and support services.
- Establish and explore the drivers of gambling harms amongst women in Great Britain.
- Explore the services, interventions, and policies needed to reduce and prevent gambling harms for women.
The research has been commissioned as part of GambleAware’s wider five-year Organisational Strategy, guided by an overarching vision of a society free from gambling harms.
Alison Clare, Research Director at GambleAware, said: “Women’s experiences of gambling harms are under-researched, often presented as homogenous and in terms of how they differ to men’s experiences. We are pleased to have awarded this grant to this strong multi-agency, multi-disciplinary team which will be drilling down into the experiences and needs of different communities of women. This is an important step towards ensuring GambleAware and others are commissioning the range of treatment and support services women want and will use.”
“GambleAware is committed to delivering a whole-system public health approach to gambling harms and understanding the wider determinants that drive these – including gender, health, race, ethnicity, and inequalities – is fundamental to achieving this.”
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Amusnet Introduces its “Jackpot Cards Plus” Island at Casino Adjara
Amusnet has introduced its “Jackpot Cards Plus” island at Casino Adjara, bringing S55J slot cabinets into one of Tbilisi’s most established venues. More than just a placement, the installation represents a strategic step in the company’s growing presence across key regulated markets.
Positioned prominently on the floor, the island format immediately draws attention. The S55J cabinets combine next-generation hardware architecture with high-definition visual performance and ergonomic design, delivering a smooth, immersive playing experience. Integrated with the Amusebox Package which is a curated portfolio of 51 proven titles, the setup delivers both variety and performance in a single, cohesive offering.
At the center of the installation is the multi-level Jackpot Cards Plus system. Designed to heighten anticipation and sustain engagement, it transforms individual gameplay into a shared experience, encouraging longer sessions and driving measurable results for the operator.
The sales team at Amusnet’s Georgia office commented that the market has strong potential and a clear appetite for high-quality land-based entertainment.
“Our installation at Casino Adjara is part of a broader vision to establish a sustainable and scalable presence in the region. With ‘Jackpot Cards Plus,’ we are implementing a performance-driven concept designed to optimize floor dynamics and deliver consistent results. This partnership demonstrates how our land-based portfolio can adapt to established venues while maintaining the identity and strength of our product ecosystem,” they said.
For Amusnet, the rollout marks one of its first strategic land-based installations in Georgia, an important milestone that reflects the company’s ability to successfully transition its established game portfolio into high-performing casino cabinet environments.
Igor Kokanovich, Slot Manager at Casino Adjara, said: “Casino Adjara highly values its partnership with Amusnet, recognizing the company as a dependable, professional, and forward-thinking partner. The launch of the ‘Jackpot Cards Plus’ island, featuring S55J cabinets and the Amusebox Package of 51 games, has strengthened our slot floor offering. The technology platform, cabinet design, and diversified game mix have added new momentum to our gaming environment while enhancing overall player engagement.
“We expect solid commercial results and long-term value from this installation and look forward to further expanding our cooperation.”
Through collaborations with leading operators such as Casino Adjara, Amusnet continues to build its land-based growth trajectory market by market.
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Compliance Updates
Spillemyndigheden: New Guidance on Responsible Gambling
The Danish Gambling Authority has published a new gudiance on responsible gambling, which is targeted licence holders who offer betting and online casino.
The guidance reviews the rules on responsible gambling and also contain interpretations on how, as a licence holder who offers betting and online casino, can meet the requirements to offer gambling in a responsible manner.
The DGA’s guidance on responsible Gambling for Betting and Online Casino
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Dr Faye Graver
Gambling Helpline and Specialist Treatment Service to be Launched in Wales
A new NHS specialist gambling treatment service and helpline will be launched in Wales on April 1.
The Minister for Mental Health and Wellbeing Sarah Murphy described this as a ‘landmark moment’, providing support for tens of thousands of people who could be at risk of gambling-related harm.
The Wales Gambling Helpline will provide information, advice and support to anyone affected by gambling-related harms, including family members and others impacted. If needed, it will also refer people onto treatment services.
Treatment for gambling harms will be accessible through a secure online platform, allowing support to be provided remotely.
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board has been awarded £1.3 million a year by the Welsh Government to run the treatment service and helpline. The funding comes from the money raised from the UK-wide gambling levy.
Minister for Mental Health and Wellbeing Sarah Murphy said: “This is a landmark moment marking the first time specialist gambling treatment and support services will be available from the NHS in Wales.
“The helpline will be a form of open access support available to people who need it the most and fits into the ambitions of our Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategy.
“Guided by the evidence, we’re confident this approach is the most effective way to deliver essential support for both prevention and treatment.”
Clinical lead for gambling treatment services at Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board Dr Faye Graver said: “We are establishing a specialist gambling treatment service and the Wales Gambling Helpline to provide much-needed support for people struggling with gambling addiction.
“They will provide the necessary support, advice and information not only to people experiencing gambling-related harms, but also their family members and others affected.”
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