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Gambling Commission: Public Appointments

Asked by Charlie DewhirstConservativeDepartment for Digital, Culture, Media and SportTabled Answered 22 July 2026UIN 18826

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport, what discussions she has had with the Gambling Commission on a timetable for a new permanent appointment for its chief executive.

Answered by Ian Murray

The timetable for appointing a permanent Chief Executive to the Gambling Commission is a matter for the Gambling Commission’s Board. Any appointment will be subject to the Secretary of State agreeing terms and conditions.

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