GambleAware Refutes Good Law Project Complaint Allegations

GambleAware denies the accusations made by the Good Law Project.

GambleAware, a charity that helps with gambling problems, has answered claims by the Good Law Project. The charity insists it is not connected to the gambling business and is dedicated to assisting people who need help.

Complaint by Good Law Project

The Good Law Project accused GambleAware of not doing enough to teach people about the dangers of gambling and complained to the Charity Commission about them. They also questioned if GambleAware was too close to the gambling industry because it gets money from it.

GambleAware's Defense

Osmond from GambleAware stated that the organization is independent, making clear that his guidance underlines this autonomy.

• Their governance and commissioning prevent industry influence.
• The government recognizes their autonomy.
• The Good Law Project's complaint is based on incorrect information.

Osmond said that GambleAware is very important for people who need support and was worried that false statements might harm these services.

Worries About Players at Risk

GambleAware is worried that recent accusations might stop people who need help from reaching out. Because people often judge gambling problems negatively, it is very important that people trust the charity. The charity believes that if people stop trusting them, it could really hurt those facing gambling issues and their families.

How well GambleAware's treatments work.

GambleAware points to data from the National Gambling Support Network to show how well it works. The data says that 90% of gamblers who complete their program get better. When people don't get better, it's usually because they didn't finish the treatment.

The charity mentioned how well they did reaching people on the internet.

• 6.5 million annual visits to their website.
• A national campaign reaching over 95% of the population.

GambleAware points out that its therapy services and sharing of information are effective in achieving its goals.

GambleAware is still positive during its evaluation.

The Charity Commission is checking if they need to step in, but GambleAware is sure they won't be in trouble. They say the complaint has wrong and old information and won't be taken seriously. GambleAware trusts its independence and the fact that they make decisions based on solid evidence.