SectorWire
SearchRegister
MenuClose

UK government bill would abolish NHS England as levy funding remains unclear

Regulation

The UK government’s proposed NHS Modernisation Bill would abolish NHS England, which shares responsibility for administering gambling harms levy funds. The source says the government has not clarified how NHS England’s levy duties would transfer to planned Integrated Care Boards; GamCare said it would work with the government during the change.

The proposed restructuring leaves gambling harm treatment organisations awaiting clarity on how levy funding will be administered in England.

Request a correction

Flag an issue

Keep reading

Regulation

UK gambling levy funding decisions leave support providers uncertain

The UK’s statutory gambling levy has begun funding harm-prevention, treatment and research services, with initial allocation decisions announced shortly before the new funding cycle. The levy is designed to raise GBP 90 million to GBP 100 million, while the Gambling Lived Experience Network warned that the short notice could disrupt services; officials have indicated a “test and learn” approach.

Continue reading