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UK Gambling Commission launches illegal gambling hub and research series

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The UK Gambling Commission has launched an online hub about unlicensed gambling and published the first in a series of reports on the UK market. The research says users include men, people aged 18 to 24 and regular gamblers, with a significant share showing elevated PGSI scores; the Commission plans further research to guide enforcement resources.

The hub and research give operators and consumers guidance on identifying unlicensed sites and help the Commission assess which users may face greater harm.

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