Ygam Reports Successful Inaugural Meeting of Prevention Delivery Network Under UK Statutory Levy
Ygam declared the first meeting of its Prevention Delivery Network a success. The network unites OHID-commissioned groups funded by the new UK statutory levy on operators, which ranges from 0.1% to 1.1% of GGY. Quarterly sessions will target collaboration on gambling harm prevention.
SCCG Take — Effective initial rollout of levy-funded coordination sets a baseline for measurable prevention outcomes. Operators should track how these networks shape compliance expectations and resource demands.
UK gambling harm charity Young Gamers and Gamblers Education Trust (Ygam) has deemed the inaugural meeting of its Prevention Delivery Network a success. The gathering united organisations commissioned through the Gambling Harms Prevention and Resilience Fund by the Office for Health Improvement and Disparities (OHID).
The UK shifted from a voluntary model of industry contributions to a statutory levy imposed on gambling operators. This ensures consistent funding for gambling harm prevention, as reported by SBC News.
Statutory Levy Rates and Allocations
Collection rates range from 0.1% to 1.1% of Gross Gaming Yield (GGY). Online operators face a 1% levy. Land-based operators sit at 0.4%, while bingos and adult gaming centres (AGCs) are at 0.1%. Collections are due 1 October each year. Funds are allocated 20% for research, 30% for prevention, and 50% for treatment.
Network Aims and Inaugural Outcomes
Ygam designed the Prevention Delivery Network to connect organisations delivering gambling harm prevention activity under the statutory levy. It fosters relationships and improved strategies. Quarterly meetups will highlight common challenges and identify collaboration opportunities.
Emily Tofield, Chief Executive Officer of Ygam, said: “The creation of the Prevention Delivery Network marks an important step towards building a more connected and collaborative approach to gambling harm prevention under the new statutory levy. It was encouraging to see such strong engagement at the inaugural meeting. The network brings together organisations with significant experience and expertise in preventing gambling harms, alongside new entrants bringing fresh ideas and approaches. By working together, we can learn from one another, strengthen delivery and maximise the collective impact of the investment being made in prevention.”
The outcome points to initial momentum in coordinated prevention work funded by the levy.
Reporting: SBC News
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