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A report out of the UK shows the government’s defense ministry is developing a new policy that focuses on gambling harms reduction in veterans and serving military members.
According to the Armed Forces Covenant Annual Report, “research shows that veterans and serving personnel face a much higher risk of gambling-related harm than civilians.” The Armed Forces Covenant is a promise that those who serve or have served in the Armed Forces, and their families, should be treated with fairness and respect.

Good chat with the Veterans Minister to talk about protecting service people and veterans from gambling harm. pic.twitter.com/aEeFuEMIpe
— Alex Ballinger MP (@AlexBallingerMP) October 17, 2025

An Adult Psychiatric Morbidity Survey, from 2007, has been listed with this suggesting 1.4% of veterans met the criteria for problem gambling, compared with 0.17% of non-veterans which is over eight times more likely.
“Importantly, this elevated risk was not attributable to difference in mental health, substance misuse or financial management,” the report continues.
Veterans 10 times more likely to experience problem gambling, study finds
The most recent data from the UK Armed Forces Veterans’ Health Gambling Study, which involved 1,037 veterans and 1,148 matched civilians, showed that 43.1% of veterans had scores indicative of problem gambling, compared to 6.5% of non-veterans. In this example, veterans were over ten times more likely to experience problem gambling.
It’s not known when this new policy will come into action, but its aim will be to examine innovations that can be made in-service and what skills or awareness can be raised to make sure that gambling is not something that begins post-transition.
This falls under the work taken to improve the healthcare services provided to the Armed Forces in the UK, with other measures including a newly formalized Defense Health and Wellbeing Advisor course and better support for servicewomen who are giving birth, amongst others.
Another measure recently brought in, and in partnership with the Royal College of General Practitioners, sees NHS England continue to roll out the Armed Forces ‘veteran friendly’ GP practice accreditation scheme across England.
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MGM Resorts now has GameSense advisors located across more than 20 properties nationwide, with more than 2,000 employees focusing on its responsible gaming program.
The GameSense program was first licensed to MGM Resorts in 2017, and it has since been integrated across the company, with this offering players information on how gambling works, how to set responsible limits, and providing accessible resources so people can receive support and assistance.
These advisors consist of frontline and executive MGM Resorts employees working in more than 30 company departments.
MGM Resorts: number of GameSense advisors has risen
The milestone is said to have been reached following a recent training session at MGM Grand in Las Vegas, with similar sessions having been conducted for employees at properties across the U.S and in non-gaming establishments like the Shadow Creek Golf Course and T-Mobile Arena.
“Our investment in GameSense ensures an approach where responsibility is woven into the heart of the MGM Resorts brand,” said Stephen Martino, SVP & Chief Compliance Officer, MGM Resorts, in a press release. “With GameSense at the center, we’re empowering employees to play an important role in promoting responsible gaming awareness and enjoyable experiences for our guests.”

In this week’s #MGMMinute: MGM Resorts surpasses 1,900 certified GameSense Advisors, Motley Crue Residency begins Sept. 12 at @parkmgm, @TMobileArena extends TKO partnership, @MGMGrandDetroit & @BetMGM renew @Lions partnerships, MGM Resorts supports Hunger Action Month, & more! pic.twitter.com/Fdc57ofOyI
— MGM Resorts (@MGMResortsIntl) September 8, 2025

The advisors have all received research-based responsible gaming training designed to help them to proactively promote responsible play and address problem gambling concerns through the program.
Once trained, these employees can reinforce player education for guests and can identify at-risk behaviors, escalate concerns, and provide support and local resources for anyone who may need them.
Garrett Farnes, Executive Director of Responsible Gaming, MGM Resorts, said, “This accomplishment is made possible by leadership and team members who genuinely want to make a difference. We’re committed to a culture of responsibility that turns every interaction into an opportunity to build trust and provide a level of hospitality that truly matters.”
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