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Increase in Number of People Accessing the National Gambling Support Network

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GambleAware, the leading charity and strategic commissioner of gambling harms prevention and treatment services in Great Britain, has published the latest annual report for the National Gambling Support Network (NGSN), which shows an increase in the number of people treated for gambling harm through the network.

The new report shows that almost 11,000 people received support or treatment from the NGSN between 1 April 2023 and 31 March 2024. Of those, almost 7500 received structured treatment such as cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), one-to-one support or residential care. This was a 12% increase in the number of people with gambling harm who received treatment from the previous year. This year, for the first time, the report also outlines the number of people who received early intervention for gambling harm, with 3291 people receiving early intervention and support to talk about their gambling, and 3048 people who received early intervention and then went on to receive treatment.

The NGSN is commissioned by GambleAware and provides free, confidential treatment and support services for gambling harm, working with the NHS and other third sector organisations. It offers a range of integrated, holistic treatment and interventions which are tailored to an individual’s specific needs. The network operates across in England, Scotland and Wales, and is available for anyone who is experiencing harm from gambling, including those affected by someone else’s gambling. The NGSN offers three tiers of treatment and support:

Tier 2 – initial early intervention and support for people worried about their gambling, which may involve speaking to a trained professional from one of the NGSN’s regional or national services who will give initial support and if treatment is required talk people through their options.

Tier 3 – which could include forms of treatment such as one-to-one support, group treatment or cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT)

Tier 4 – the most specialised and intensive level of care within the NGSN, where a person stays at a residential treatment centre.

The report also shows the speed with which people received support from the NGSN, with 50% of people looking for treatment having their first appointment within six days of making contact with the NGSN and 75% within twelve days.

Outcomes from treatment were also overwhelmingly positive, with 95% of those who completed their treatment seeing an improvement. Among those who completed treatment, the rate of “problem gambling” fell from 87% to 10% between initial assessment and completion of treatment.

The figures in the report also show the severe harms that gambling can have on all parts of people’s lives. Among people receiving treatment for their gambling, two thirds (66%) reported being in debt due to gambling, 24% had experienced a relationship loss and 11% had experienced a job loss because of their gambling.

As well as the increase in the number of people treated, the report also showed a trend where the proportion of clients seeking help from the NGSN due to another person’s gambling (known as affected others) has increased over time. The rate of affected others seeking support was higher for the year at 15% than the past five-year average of 13%.

Anna Hargrave, GambleAware Chief Commissioning and Strategy Officer, said: “In 2023, we launched new commissioning arrangements that expanded the NGSN’s scope to include prevention and early intervention, in addition to treatment. This means that our services are now working much more closely with local communities, reducing stigma and removing the barriers to accessing treatment.

“Not only have we reached more people, we have been able to identify and support people at a much earlier stage and that is part of the reason why we have seen an increase in people receiving treatment and support. Our new commissioning arrangements also included the addition of the Primary Care Gambling Service who work closely with our third sector providers enabling us to support more people across the NGSN.

“We look forward to the introduction of the statutory levy on gambling operators and the future gambling harms commissioning system, and we will continue to work in partnership with all those in the sector including the NHS.”

Professor Dame Clare Gerada, Director of the National Primary Care Gambling Service, said: “We work closely with third-sector organisations and charities to care for patients and their affected others experiencing gambling-related harms. Working as part of the National Gambling Support Network (NGSN), we share our clinical expertise and skills in gambling-related harm to those network members and learn from each other. This allows us to enhance the care all of us can provide to patients and ensures those experiencing gambling harm receive the most appropriate care and support when needed.”

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N1 Puzzle Promo: Complete Challenges, Earn Puzzles, and Get a Chance to Win a VR Pilot Course!

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The N1 Puzzle Promo from N1 Partners affiliate program is picking up pace — and the competition for the main prize, a real helicopter Robinson R22 Beta II, is getting serious.

One of the best casino affiliate programs N1 has launched a special activity for participants, offering a chance to earn extra puzzle pieces and try their luck in a draw for awesome prizes! Simple as that.

Campaign period: August 15 – November 15, 2025.

All the details are below.

To earn additional puzzle pieces and improve your position on the leaderboard, you need to complete the following challenges:

  1. Be a registered participant of the N1 Puzzle Promo and have minimum one puzzle piece already earned for traffic
  2. Post positive reviews about your cooperation with N1 Partners on 4 websites: Business of Apps, Affpaying, CPA.Club, and Trustpilot (direct links to N1 Partners profiles below):
  1. Subscribe to N1 Partners’ social media:
  1. Take part in the N1 Partners survey

Here come the rewards.

In addition to three extra puzzle pieces for the main leaderboard, all participants will enter a giveaway for a home VR flight training set — the “Pilot Course”.

What’s inside the set?

  • Meta Quest 3 (128 GB) 
  • Licensed VR simulator
  • PC-compatible cable

Find more details about the special tasks on our website at the following link: https://n1.partners/news-page/n1-puzzle-promo-challenge

N1 Puzzle Promo: More traffic → More puzzles → Closer to the winning!

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The N1 Puzzle Promo from N1 Partners affiliate program is picking up pace — and the competition for the main prize, a real helicopter Robinson R22 Beta II, is getting serious.

One of the best casino affiliate programs N1 has launched a special activity for participants, offering a chance to earn extra puzzle pieces and try their luck in a draw for awesome prizes! Simple as that.

Campaign period: August 15 – November 15, 2025.

All the details are below.

To earn additional puzzle pieces and improve your position on the leaderboard, you need to complete the following challenges:

  1. Be a registered participant of the N1 Puzzle Promo and have minimum one puzzle piece already earned for traffic
  2. Post positive reviews about your cooperation with N1 Partners on 4 websites: Business of Apps, Affpaying, CPA.Club, and Trustpilot (direct links to N1 Partners profiles below):
  1. Subscribe to N1 Partners’ social media:
  1. Take part in the N1 Partners survey

Here come the rewards.

In addition to three extra puzzle pieces for the main leaderboard, all participants will enter a giveaway for a home VR flight training set — the “Pilot Course”.

What’s inside the set?

  • Meta Quest 3 (128 GB) 
  • Licensed VR simulator
  • PC-compatible cable

Find more details about the special tasks on our website at the following link: https://n1.partners/news-page/n1-puzzle-promo-challenge

N1 Puzzle Promo: More traffic → More puzzles → Closer to the winning!

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SOFTSWISS Heads to SBC Summit Lisbon 2025 with Driven & Ambitious Mindset

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SOFTSWISS, a global tech provider with over 15 years of iGaming expertise, has announced its participation in SBC Summit Lisbon 2025 on 16–18 September. A key highlight will be Ivan Montik and Rubens Barrichello sharing the stage for an exclusive fireside chat, bridging the worlds of technology and motorsport.

SOFTSWISS will showcase its cutting-edge solutions, reinforcing its reputation as a leading tech partner with 99.999% product uptime and a 100% team commitment to reliability and support. H1 2025 saw the Game Aggregator reaffirm its position as the largest content hub in the industry, now featuring a portfolio of over 35,000 games. This growth reflects broader momentum across the entire SOFTSWISS product ecosystemincluding the Sportsbook, Jackpot Aggregator, Affilka, and Casino Platform all built to scale with clients’ needs.

SOFTSWISS arrives with a bold and technically driven creative concept – ‘Driven & Ambitious’, which reflects the company’s belief that, in iGaming, strong business stays solid in the long run and at any speed. 

“Our concept this year reflects the essence of who we are: a tech company focused on reliability, performance, and long-term vision. We don’t just develop software – we build reliable and balanced iGaming engines that can maintain high performance in any market. This approach is exactly what makes us a reliable business partner providing support at every stage of their journey,” shared Olga Resiga, Chief Business Development Officer at SOFTSWISS.

On the opening day, 16 September, Ivan Montik, Founder of SOFTSWISS, and Rubens Barrichello, Formula One legend and SOFTSWISS Non-Executive Director in Latin America, will hold an exclusive fireside chat on the Superstage. Together, they will explore unique perspectives on leadership, innovation, and high-performance business strategy drawn from their respective worlds of technology and motorsport.

Dario Leiman, Head of Business Development in Latin America, will also contribute to the SBC Leaders Summit by taking part in a panel discussion about how Latin American gaming markets can drive home-grown innovation. The discussion will focus on leveraging cultural touchpoints to drive innovation and reinforce the region’s leadership.

Over the past six months, SOFTSWISS has continued to strengthen its presence in new regions, with active expansion across Latin America and Africa. Certifications in Brazil, Peru, and Estonia mark another step in meeting the highest industry standards and unlocking new opportunities.

Visitors are welcome to book a meeting with the SOFTSWISS team at Stand B160 to explore collaboration opportunities and share industry best practices.

 

About SOFTSWISS

SOFTSWISS is an international technology company with over 15 years of experience in developing innovative solutions for the iGaming industry. SOFTSWISS holds a number of gaming licences and provides comprehensive software for managing iGaming projects. The company’s product portfolio includes the Online Casino Platform, the Game Aggregator with over 35,000 casino games, the Affilka Affiliate Platform, the Sportsbook Software and the Jackpot Aggregator. In 2013, SOFTSWISS revolutionised the industry by introducing the world’s first Bitcoin-optimised online casino solution. The expert team, based in Malta, Poland, and Georgia, counts over 2,000 employees.

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