The UK Gambling Industry, led by the Betting and Gaming Council (BGC), The Bingo Association (BA) and the British Amusement Catering Trade Association (bacta), has today announced that Safer Gambling Week 2020 will take place from 19th u2013 25th November. The yearly project develops on the success of Responsible Gambling Week, which began in 2017 u2013 the first campaign to unite all sectors of the gambling market u2013 and marks the successful growth and advancement of the on-going awareness and education campaign, participants and supporters of which now extend far beyond the gaming sector.

n n n nThe leading trade associations unite every sector of the UK gambling market through their membership, that work with the large and diverse variety of other supporting organisations (manufacturing, service, charities), all with the common goal of raising awareness of safer gaming behaviours and motivating staff, consumers and the larger public to discuss what it implies to bet more securely.

n n n nLet u2019s Discuss Safer Gambling will stay the strapline of Safer Gambling Week 2020: the tone set by this message has been well received by all fans and has likewise been found, through research study, to strike the best chord with the wide and varied series of audiences that the campaign looks for to reach. In coming together with one voice, the project, through an ever increasing number and series of advocates, is able extend its reach, year on year, and build on and include to the work that happens throughout the year on more secure gaming, education, awareness and assistance.

n n n nOperators promote accountable betting 365 days of the year, however Safer Gambling Week develops the chance for all businesses and organisations to start a discussion about more secure betting not only with their customers, but also with their staff and in turn their loved ones.

n n n nMichael Dugher, Chief Executive, Betting and Gaming Council, stated: u201cAs the new body representing the betting and gaming industry, the BGC is dedicated to increasing standards and promoting safer betting.

n n n n u201cSafer Gambling Week is a great effort which the BGC are happy to play a leading role in. This awareness campaign is now in its fourth year and it has accomplished a substantial increase in engagement at all levels on the tools and assistance available to consumers.

n n n n u201cWe accomplished over 25 million impressions on social media in 2019, setting a brand-new standard for the project, which demonstrates the breadth and reach of the campaign.

n n n n u201cOur members are determined to raise standards and as part of this year u2019s project can point to considerable changes that we have actually presented, consisting of new cooling-off periods on gaming devices, considerably increased financing for research study, education and treatment; a u2018whistle to whistle u2019 restriction on marketing during sport; brand-new ID and age-verification checks and a ban on wagering with credit cards.

n n n n u201cAnd throughout the covid-19 break out, we have released a 10-pledge action plan to promote much safer gambling, while our members likewise voluntarily agreed to eliminate TV and radio gaming advertising, replacing their slots with much safer gambling messages or donating them to charity.

n n n n u201cAs businesses emerge from lockdown, I u2019m anticipating this year u2019s Safer Gambling Week being a remarkable success. u201d

n n n nMiles Baron, President, The Bingo Association, stated:

n n n n u201cSafer Gambling Week is an essential part of the bingo market u2019s commitment to social obligation and supplies a helpful centerpiece for highlighting activity and assistance that is available throughout the year. As companies with places, the sector acknowledges the essential opportunity we need to promote more secure betting messages and engage straight with consumers. u201d

n n n nJohn White, President, bacta, stated,

n n n n u201cSafer Gambling Week allows bacta members to highlight their year-long commitment to more secure betting, the more secure gambling tools available to customers and the quality of the staff that engage with our consumers on a daily basis. u201d

n n n nSafer Gambling Week 2020 art work for advertising and messaging products, including posters, web banners, social media security, contact cards and brochures, are available, complimentary of charge, for all participants. The materials utilize a variety of six essential messages to engage with audiences, with each item supplying information of complimentary and confidential contact points for more information and suggestions, and of social networks platforms. The key messages:

n n n n- Ask yourself u2026 have you continued past your costs limit?- Just a direct u2026 it u2019s excellent to set yourself limits- Just a direct u2026 it u2019s simple to lose track of time when gambling- Play smart u2026 know when to stop- Remember u2026 family and friends are more vital than gambling- Remember u2026 gaming is not a way to earn money n n n nExisting registered campaign advocates have currently received confirmation of the dates for this year u2019s event and will receive more updates from Safer Gambling Week organisers as info and materials become readily available.

n n n nOrganisations inquiring on Safer Gambling Week 2020 (SGWeek20), or how to end up being a signed up supporter, need to visit the Safer Gambling Week web site (www.safergamblingweek.org) or the Safer Gambling UK web website (www.safergamblinguk.org).