WORKING FOR A BRIGHTER FUTURE
The Gambling Business Group (GBG) is a representation of Business to Customer (B2C) and Business to Business (B2B) gambling organisation Members from all sectors of the UK Gambling Industry. This includes Bingo, Betting, Adult Gaming Centres (AGCs), Family Entertainment Centres (FECs), Pub Retailers, and Gaming Machine Manufacturers and Suppliers. In addition to these key Members there is also a strong representation from supporting businesses that include legal, finance, consultancy and compliance. Our Members account for up to 70% of the UK’s land-based Gross Gaming Yield (GGY) making the GBG the most significant representation of Gambling Businesses in the UK. (Gross Gaming Yield means the total amount of all bets or stakes made and the price of all chances sold, less the value of all winnings and prizes due.)
LAND-BASED GAMBLING INDUSTRY FACTS
- In March 2024 there were 8,329 premises down from 12,307 in 2011.
- Land-based gambling Gross Gambling Yield in 2023/24 was less than in 2008/09.
- The most recent Gambling Commission research found the most popular in-person gambling activities are buying tickets for a National Lottery draw (15%) and buying a scratchcard (12%).
- The in-person gambling participation rate is 28% falling to 18% when lottery draw-only players are removed.
- Problem gambling rates remain statistically stable (between 0.3 – 0.7%).
This document expands on these facts about licensed land-based gambling in our towns and on our high street.
LET’S WORK TOGETHER
The Gambling Business Group (GBG) is a representation of gambling organisation Members from all sectors of the UK Gambling Industry. We have a common goal of
being the respected voice for cross-sector land-based gambling,
with social responsibility at the heart of everything that we do.
If you think you have a problem with gambling or know someone who might need help or support, you can contact the 24/7 confidential National Gambling Helpline run by GamCare on 0808 8020 133 or via Live Chat