Gambling lobbyists are working to influence tax policies that may impact the £11.5bn industry. They are engaging with Treasury officials to prevent potential tax increases through a simplified duty system. The Betting & Gaming Council (BGC) is actively lobbying against these measures, providing objections in a submission based on consultancy findings from EY. The BGC hosted a darts-themed event for Labour staff, aiming to foster constructive relations while voicing concerns about the implications of higher taxes on gambling.
Gambling lobbyists are aiming to prevent tax increases on the sector through charm offensives, meetings, and social events with Labour staff and MPs.
The Treasury is considering simplifying gambling duty rates, which could raise overall tax obligations for the £11.5bn sector, causing significant concern for the industry.
The Betting & Gaming Council (BGC) is engaged in back-channel lobbying and has expressed its position through a submission to the Treasury based on EY's report.
An event, featuring over 100 Labour staff and ministerial advisers, spotlighted the BGC's chief executive and addressed concerns about potential tax increases on betting products.
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