§ Baroness Anelay of St Johnsasked Her Majesty's Government:
Which health authorities have developed strategies for dealing with problem gambling; and [HL2924]
What plans the Secretary of State for Health has to recognise problem gambling as a health problem. [HL2925]
§ Lord Hunt of Kings HeathPathological gambling is a diagnosable psychiatric disorder. National Health Service mental health services would be expected to offer assessment and appropriate support, treatment and onward referral to those with severe problem gambling.