APPG backs fresh push to kick gambling ads out of football

On Wednesday, the APPG convened multiple meetings that brought together members of parliament, peers, academics and campaigners to discuss fresh evidence and potential policy measures. The petition emphasised safeguarding young football fans from exposure to betting imagery and sponsorship during matches, which is a key point of contention for campaigners and public health advocates. In the report Dr Matt Gaskell MBE observed that “overall exposure (including shirts, hoardings, logos, sponsorship and related marketing) during live sports programmes does not show that self-regulation has reduced exposure meaningfully”.