Gambling Commission’s Post

Our Deputy Chief Executive, Sarah Gardner, and Director of Finance, Helen Gibson were invited to attend the opening of Gordon Moody’s newest residential facility in Redditch, yesterday. Gordon Moody provides residential treatment and support for people recovering from gambling related harm. The event gave us an opportunity to tour the new facilities, meet with staff and listen to the shared stories and lived experiences of alumni on the day. It was also a pleasure to reconnect with CEO Monica Shafaq, and witness the ribbon cutting with Wolverhampton Wanderers legend, Steve Bull. Sarah said: “I'm really grateful to everyone at Gordon Moody for inviting us to join them in to mark the opening of their new residential facility. Hearing from the people who work at Gordon Moody, as well as a number of alumni who have used the treatment services at other Gordon Moody facilities, provided us with insights into the complicated circumstances which we often see in gambling. It also served as an important reminder of how the Commission’s work fits into a much wider landscape and why we must succeed in our regulatory role to keep crime out of gambling, to keep gambling fair and open and to protect children and vulnerable people from harm.” Thank you to Gordon Moody for inviting us to the opening event.