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Public Health Spotlight: A Panoramic Associates Podcast
Welcome to Public Health Spotlight. Hosted by Panoramic Associates' Mia Collett and Maisie Hockings, this series explores the pivotal role of leaders and experts shaping public health across the UK. Join us as we feature inspiring conversations with public health leaders and Consultants from England, Scotland, Wales, and the UK Crown Dependencies. Over the next few months, we'll spotlight Directors of Public Health from Birmingham, Sheffield, Swindon, Camden, East Sussex, and many more as we aim to inspire the next wave.
Public Health Spotlight: A Panoramic Associates Podcast
Exploring Community Safety in Gambling: Perspectives from Islington Council
Join us for a compelling discussion on gambling harm with Leanne Downie from Betknowmore UK, representatives from Islington Council, and host Maisie Hockings. This episode explores one of today's most critical public health issues!
The conversation delves into Betknowmore UK’s mission to tackle gambling harm through holistic support and stigma reduction. Leanne Downie outlines how the organisation, founded by Frankie Graham in 2013, has evolved to address the growing challenges of gambling addiction particularly in the digital age, where online betting has made gambling more accessible and harder to detect.
Key topics include the often-hidden nature of gambling harm, its impact beyond financial consequences, and the heightened vulnerability of certain demographics, including women and younger people. The discussion highlights how gambling addiction affects not only individuals but also families, relationships, and entire communities.
The episode also examines the role of local authorities in tackling gambling harm, with Islington Council sharing details of their successful partnership with Betknowmore UK. This includes their presence in Access Islington Hubs, where they have delivered 185 brief interventions in just two months demonstrating the effectiveness of community-based support.
Looking ahead, the discussion explores emerging challenges, particularly the role of digital technology and AI in gambling, while underscoring the importance of collaboration between organisations and the use of data-driven strategies to combat gambling harm effectively.
This episode offers valuable insights into the complex nature of gambling harm and the collective efforts required to address this growing public health concern. For further information on gambling support services, listeners are encouraged to visit Betknowmore UK’s website.
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