Question to the Department of Health and Social Care:

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what recent assessment he has made of the adequacy of treatment programmes for people suffering from gambling-related harm.

No specific assessment has been made. The NHS Long Term Plan announced the creation of 15 new specialist problem gambling clinics by 2023/24. Five clinics are now operational, with a further three expected to open later this year.

The Department and NHS England are undertaking a review to ensure there is a coherent pathway of advice and treatment for those experiencing gambling-related harm. This review will focus on better alignment across treatment and support services provided by the National Health Service and third sector organisations.