15 49.0138 8.38624 arrow 0 bullet 0 4000 1 horizontal https://thecatholicuniverse.com 300 true 0 1
theme-sticky-logo-alt
theme-logo-alt

THE NEWS SITE YOU’LL HAVE FAITH IN

Please assign a Header Menu.
betting
July 4, 2020

CARE NI poll shows huge public support for gambling law reforms in Northern Ireland

The overwhelming majority of people in Northern Ireland support reforming the country’s outdated gambling laws, according to a new poll. LucidTalk, the Belfast-based polling company conducted the survey on behalf of Christian Action Research & Education (CARE) NI, a faith-based social policy charity campaigning for gambling law change and there were 1,878 responses. The results... Read More
News – UK and Ireland
, , , , ,
May 13, 2020

Betting firms told to tighten measures to protect problem gamblers

The gambling watchdog has told betting firms to tighten their measures to protect problem gamblers amid a surge in online gaming during the coronavirus lockdown. The Gambling Commission said that improved measures are needed after new evidence revealed problem gamblers may be more vulnerable due to the lockdown. It comes only weeks after Christian advocacy... Read More
News – UK and Ireland
, , , ,
August 31, 2019

Young are ‘silent victims’ of the UK’s growing gambling problem

The Government must take action to tackle the “silent epidemic” of problem gambling among young people, a Christian advocacy group has urged. The call comes after a new report warned that betting firms are flouting advertising regulations by encouraging children to engage with gambling adverts for esports tournaments. “Betting companies are getting around advertising rules... Read More
Catholic Times, News – UK and Ireland, News – World
, , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,
August 9, 2019

Wayne Rooney branded ‘highly irresponsible’ over deal with gambling firm

Wayne Rooney has been branded “highly irresponsible” over his multi-million pound deal with a gambling firm. Rooney hit headlines earlier this week as it was announced that the former Manchester United star would be making his return to English football as a player-coach. The 33-year-old will complete the current Major League Soccer (MLS) season with... Read More
News – UK and Ireland
, , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,
May 26, 2019

Levy call after stars lure children into gambling

Millions of children are exposed to gambling advertising in live sports, MPs have heard, prompting calls for a mandatory levy on firms to help fund gambling addiction programmes. Shadow sport minister Rosena Allin-Khan told the House of Commons: “Some gambling companies sponsor football clubs to the tune of hundreds of millions and, in return, they... Read More
Catholic Times, News – UK and Ireland
, , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,
May 11, 2019

What are the odds: betting firms won’t talk about the problems of gambling

A Christian advocacy group has told the gambling industry that it must do more to ensure the safety of vulnerable people online. Its call comes as a new study warned betting giants are doing little to promote safe gambling on Twitter, amid the ‘sheer scale’ of their marketing. “Online gambling in the UK is bigger... Read More
Catholic Times, News – UK and Ireland
, , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,
September 22, 2018

Football misses goal to beat gambling

Christian Action Research & Education (CARE) has reiterated calls for a public debate on gambling’s relationship with football after the head of the NHS insisted that Premier League clubs should do more to help tackle gambling addiction. Simon Stevens, chief executive of NHS England, said reports that some foreign betting companies are “failing to play... Read More
News – UK and Ireland
, , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,
August 10, 2018

Premier League must be questioned over relationship with gambling companies

The Premier League must be questioned over football’s relationship with gambling, a Christian advocacy group has urged. Christian Action Research & Education (CARE) has called for a “serious public debate” on the issue and urged those in charge of England’s top football league, as well as other footballing authorities, to ensure that football fans are... Read More
News – UK and Ireland
, , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,
March 31, 2018

New betting rules must protect the most vulnerable

A Christian advocacy group is urging the Government to put the most vulnerable at the heart of a review into the maximum stake for Fixed-Odds Betting Terminals (FOBTs). Their call came as the Gambling Commission was criticised for failing to adopt a maximum stake of £2, instead recommending that the stake limit for FOBT non-slot... Read More
News – UK and Ireland
, , , , , , , ,
July 1, 2017

Chaplain praises FA move to end deals with betting firms

The Chaplain for Sport has applauded the Football Association’s “wise” move to pull out of a four-year sponsorship deal with Ladbrokes after just one year. The move comes following a Football Association (FA) board decision in May to cut ties with betting companies. Driven by FA chairman Greg Clarke, the decision was reached after a... Read More
News – UK and Ireland
, , , , , , , , , , , , ,
1 2

MOST READ THIS WEEK

English literature and history GCSE exam...
Everyone has responsibility in ensuring ...
Foxes at Sidcup school will not be harme...
‘Genocide is happening in Nigeria,’ ...
Universe Exclusive: Lord Alton rejects T...

Social Network

CULTURE:

September 27, 2020
Busker Fleadh moves online for weekend of live music and performance

EDUCATION:

September 27, 2020
St Augustine’s Priory names new ‘virtual’ House after ‘inspirational young leader’

TRAVEL:

September 27, 2020
Five ways to be a more sustainable traveller
GBPPound sterling
EUR Euro
AUD Australian dollar
CAD Canadian dollar
USD United States (US) dollar
INR Indian rupee