GambleAware has published findings from a study that looked into the engagement between people from marginalised communities and gambling. The research, conducted by The National Centre for Social Research, suggests these groups may be more likely to use gambling as a ‘coping mechanism’.

This was found using data from 138 previous studies to explore how socially excluded groups are impacted by gambling.

Zoë Osmond, Chief Executive at GambleAware, said: “Our new report shows how people from marginalised communities, who are already dealing with many different issues in their lives, struggle with gambling harms.

“There needs to be more engagement with these communities to build awareness around the risks of gambling harm, and service providers need to ensure they can appropriately meet the needs of people in different circumstances.”

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