Extern Problem Gambling

Free gambling addiction helpline & counselling service (ROI & NI). An Extern Group project (formerly Problem Gambling Ireland)

[Extern Problem Gambling @ExternProbGam]

Gambling Addiction; Problem Gambling; Gambling Disorder - whatever name you want to put on it, recovery is possible.

For information on our supports, go to: https://t.co/VINkDcP1hs

[Extern Problem Gambling @ExternProbGam]

Really interesting new paper on gambling regulation, by @pnewall

https://t.co/stDVNIOE7E

[Tim Wigmore @timwig]

Banned by the bookies: the gamblers who have their accounts suspended after winning too much money

https://t.co/grlBvPxs8V

[Extern Problem Gambling @ExternProbGam]

Great event, yesterday in Stormont. We can learn so much from "cross pollination" at events like these.

Hopefully some of the GB Levy funding will be extended to NI, to get badly needed treatment services increased.

[Reducing Harm Related to Gambling APG @GamHarmAPG]

Yesterday, the APG on Reducing Harm Related to Gambling hosted a roundtable event at Stormont, bringing together politicians, healthcare professionals, frontline service providers, officials, and experts to discuss the future of gambling treatment and support services in NI

[Extern Problem Gambling @ExternProbGam]

Ireland's own @declynchwriter did something similar in his book 'Free Money' back in 2009, exploring the early days of online gambling. Well worth a read.

[McKay Coppins @mckaycoppins]

It's been one week since @TheAtlantic published my April cover story on America's sports betting boom. The reactions have been really interesting. A few observations below:

[Extern Problem Gambling @ExternProbGam]

Just a gaming arcade in Waterford advertising that they're breaking the law on jackpot limits . . .

Regulation of the sector can't come soon enough.

(The jackpot limit is €3,000)

[Extern Problem Gambling @ExternProbGam]

If you're interested in talking to Damien about how you are impacted by #Cheltenham, he's been a great supporter of our project over the years.

[Damien Tiernan @damienwlr]

Anybody (in confidence) in gambling addiction recovery that would like to contact me plse about the week ahead? Am planning a mini-audio documentary on how flipping difficult this week is for so many but how so many others also have no idea how tough it is. Thank you. Damien.

[Extern Problem Gambling @ExternProbGam]

Very interesting (and timely) substack post on the Cheltenham - The Crack Cocaine of Gambling. Some great insights from Niall.

https://t.co/JuLbWqW9zG

[Declan Lynch @declynchwriter]

Eight years after original publication, Tony 10 is now an audiobook. Thanks to Ruairi Conaghan for doing such a great job voicing Tony's incredible story.

[Declan Lynch @declynchwriter]

Tony has done so much to raise awareness of gambling addiction. It's been a privilege working with him on this story. 8 years after publication 'Tony 10' is an audiobook.

[Extern Problem Gambling @ExternProbGam]

Delighted to see that the audiobook of 'Tony 10' by @TonyJOReilly & @declynchwriter is out. A lot of people have asked about an audio version over the years.

Easily one of the best books on gambling addiction and recovery out there.

https://t.co/Ks6nbLTXaV

[Extern Problem Gambling @ExternProbGam]

Also, Netbet are a gambling partner, plain and simple.

Calling them a "Responsible Gambling Partner" is spin of the worst kind.

[Extern Problem Gambling @ExternProbGam]

Disappointing to see @ShamrockRovers promoting their new "Responsible Gambling Partnership" with @netbet - a gambling company who don't even have a responsible gambling link or links to support services on their home page.
https://t.co/3dNHDNsdmi

[Extern Problem Gambling @ExternProbGam]

Disappointing to see @ShamrockRovers promoting their new "Responsible Gambling Partnership" with @netbet - a gambling company who don't even have a responsible gambling link or links to support services on their home page.
https://t.co/3dNHDNsdmi

[Extern Problem Gambling @ExternProbGam]

Great to see this. Regulated licensing of gambling is a step towards improved standards and player protections in the sector and and enforcement action against unlicensed operators. Licensing also allows for the creation of a Social Fund (a levy on gambling industry income).

[Department of Justice, Home Affairs and Migration @DeptJusticeIRL]

A commencement order, allowing the Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland to begin issuing remote and in-person betting licences, was signed yesterday by Minister O'Callaghan

Read More: https://t.co/Hcc2U4hf6m

@OCallaghanJim

[Extern Problem Gambling @ExternProbGam]

Great thread. Thanks so much to the APG for giving us the opportunity to present on our work in NI and the differences in the gambling market and available supports services in NI and ROI. @ExternCharity

[Reducing Harm Related to Gambling APG @GamHarmAPG]

Last week, @ExternProbGam told us that people from NI who present to their services are more often experiencing harm due to land-based gambling than people from ROI. Why? Because the land-based gambling market in NI is less regulated, exposing people to dangerous products 🧵 1/4

[Danny Donnelly MLA @DannyDonnelly1]

Two very educational presentations from @ExternProbGam that highlighted the high rate of problem gambling in NI and the lack of services available for those suffering harm from gambling. This is a huge issue that affects many people in our communities.

[Extern Problem Gambling @ExternProbGam]

Thanks so much to the APG for inviting us to speak and for all of their hard work on reducing gambling harms in NI. @ExternCharity

[Reducing Harm Related to Gambling APG @GamHarmAPG]

Today the APG met to hear a briefing from Claire Donegan and Barry Grant from @ExternProbGam on the organisation's important work and what it is doing to support people experiencing gambling-related harms.

[Extern Problem Gambling @ExternProbGam]

Good to see some restrictions on inducements to gamble in the licensing obligations for remote gambling, from @GambRegIRL.

This should see an end to 'VIP' treatment of people with substantial losses.

https://t.co/QJVDhPw2bR

[Extern Problem Gambling @ExternProbGam]

There are 3 new episodes of The Problem Gambling Podcast available on YouTube and all podcasting platforms. In these Christmas special episodes, we discuss preparing for the holiday period in recovery from gambling addiction.

Just search for 'The Problem Gambling Podcast'

[Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland @GambRegIRL]

Did you know?

Gambling before the age of 18 almost doubles the probability of problem gambling in adulthood.

If you feel Gambling is a problem for your or a loved one, advice and information on supports are available at: https://t.co/wVU6JMsuw3

[Extern Problem Gambling @ExternProbGam]

A 20% annual increase in gambling spending in Ireland (ROI) is extremely worrying - especially in the middle of a cost of living crisis.

https://t.co/4LrTSOcgD7