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GambleAware has named Nicola Jaques as the new Chair of the group’s Lived Experience Council (LEC).
The gambling harm charity emphasised that the LEC plays an ‘integral part’ in informing, developing and monitoring its plans. It includes a variety of people whose lives have been impacted by gambling harm, including affected others.
Jaques commented: “It’s a privilege to have the opportunity to lead GambleAware’s Lived Experience Council.
“I am proud to be part of the ongoing fight against gambling harm with GambleAware and exceptionally grateful to help guide plans for the charity which has helped improve the lives of families like mine.”
GambleAware also emphasised how the LEC builds on its commitment to ensure its work is collaborative and best placed to support the communities most in need.
Meanwhile, Robert Parker has also joined the LEC and is the first member from Wales. He joined the LEC to share and use his personal journey of gambling harms to provide hope to others.
“I am delighted to join GambleAware’s Lived Experience Council to help increase the understanding of gambling harms amongst professionals and decision makers across Wales,” Parker added.
“I want to highlight the fantastic work of the GambleAware commissioned National Gambling Support Network and be an advocate of the fantastic work carried out by GambleAware and the regional treatment providers.”
