What is BeGambleAware?
BeGambleAware is a UK charity that provides information, advice, and support services related to gambling harm. It funds research, education, and treatment programs, and is a key part of the UK’s gambling harm reduction landscape.
What BeGambleAware does
BeGambleAware operates the National Gambling Helpline (0808 8020 133) in partnership with GamCare. The begambleaware.org website provides information about problem gambling signs, self-assessment tools, and guidance on finding treatment. BeGambleAware funds treatment services through the NHS gambling clinic network, online counseling, and specialist treatment providers.
Funding and independence
BeGambleAware is funded by voluntary contributions from gambling operators. This funding model has been criticized by some public health advocates who argue it creates a conflict of interest. The charity maintains that it operates independently of its funders. The UK government has proposed moving to a statutory levy on operators to fund gambling harm services — a change that would reduce the charity’s dependence on industry contributions.