Board minutes 16 November 2023
Venue: Remote meeting
Time: 09:45 - 13:30
Attendees:
- Anna van der Gaag (Chair)
- Cath Cooney
- Philip Newall
- Ulla Romild
- Stephen Sharman
- David Zendle.
In attendance:
- REDACTED
- REDACTED (Item 4)
- REDACTED (Item 4)
- REDACTED (notes).
Apologies:
- Jane West.
1. Welcome, apologies and declarations of interest
The Chair welcomed Board Members to the meeting and noted the apologies.
No new declarations of interest were raised.
2. Minutes, matters arising from 12 September 2023 and opening remarks
The minutes of 12 September meeting were shared and agreed.
The Board received a short update on advisory group appointments.
The Board was given a short update on the data project and strategy.
3. Chair's report
The Chair reflected on the following key points:
- the recent appointment of the Industry Forum Chair
- upcoming Consultations, including the statutory levy
- ABSG’s paper to the Board in December.
4. Update on the latest Young People and Gambling Statistics
The Chair welcomed the Head of Statistics and one of the Research and Impact Manager’s to the meeting.
The Board was advised that the work launched on 16 November 2023 at 9:30am. The full document can be found on the website.
The Board received a short presentation on the key results and headlines from the report. The Board noted that the survey now includes independent schools and surveys have been completed by 17-year-olds.
A wide ranging discussion followed, drawing on members experience.
5. Any Other Business and reflections from ABSG members, including on any recent engagements
The group was asked to confirm availability for the 2024 meeting dates. The Group noted that extra meetings may be added throughout the year to cover any gaps or help with specific pieces of work as required.
The group will invite the new Head of Advisory Group’s to the informal December meeting.
A copy of the draft board paper will be shared soon for collaboration by ABSG members.