Only 25% of Britons trust gambling firms, poll finds
63% of respondents said more betting shops would signal decline, More in Common UK found.
The hit
Only 25% of Britons trust the gambling industry, according to a new More in Common UK poll, just 4 points above tobacco. The think tank found 65% of respondents want more regulation, with betting shops on the high street singled out as a target.
Why it matters
The findings land as operators already face job cuts & a black market that is reportedly gaining ground. Low public trust gives politicians cover to push tighter rules on regulation & betting shops, even as the industry warns tighter rules could push more bettors towards unlicensed sites.
The record
| Public wanting more regulation | 65% (More in Common UK) |
|---|---|
| Say more betting shops signal decline | 63%, vs 6% signalling improvement (More in Common UK) |
| Labour voters favouring industry expansion | 12%, highest of any party (More in Common UK) |
What happens next
Watch for how ministers & regulators respond to the findings, & whether pressure builds for further curbs on betting shops.
Sources: UK Public Does Not Trust Gambling Companies, Wants Fewer Betting Shops
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