According to the report, it underlines that gambling remains relatively niche among youth, however, family exposure was cited as a particular concern with young people who observed family members gambling being more likely to engage themselves, with engagement rising from 8% in 2023 to 13% in 2024.
The report is the fourth edition providing insights into “young people’s exposure to and involvement in gambling”, as well as the “impact gambling can have on them”.
According to the report: “The study collected data from 3,869 pupils aged 11 to 17 years old across curriculum years 7 to 12 (S1 to S6 in Scotland), attending academies, maintained and independent schools in England, Scotland, and Wales using the Ipsos Young People Omnibus. Pupils completed an online self-report surv..