BGC poll finds 74% of regular UK gamblers link betting with culture

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A YouGov poll commissioned by the Betting and Gaming Council found that 74% of regular gamblers surveyed considered betting a distinctive part of British culture. The findings came as tax rises were being discussed; the BGC said higher rates could push more customers towards unregulated gambling, while supporters of increases cited potential revenue for tackling child poverty.

The poll and competing tax arguments inform debate about gambling taxes and risks to regulated operators.

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