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UK government’s statutory gambling levy plan advances amid Conservative opposition

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The UK government’s proposed statutory gambling levy plan passed the House of Commons by 11 votes to four, according to the report, while review by the House of Lords was underway. The plan could raise up to £100 million, with half directed to NHS treatment services, and includes proposed online slot stake limits of £5 for adults over 25 and £2 for those aged 18 to 24. Conservative MPs opposed the plan over concerns about its effect on land-based gambling businesses.

The proposal could change licensed operators’ costs and online slot stake limits if it completes parliamentary review.

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