The review was launched in late 2020 following a House of Lords committee recommendation that sports teams should no longer feature gambling firms on their kits. The recommendation was suggested as a potential option for tackling problem gambling in the United Kingdom.
The meeting on Thursday will see club officials discuss findings of a study into the relationship between problem gambling and shirt sponsorship.
There are eight teams in the Premier League with shirt sponsorship deals with betting firms — Burnley, Crystal Palace, Fulham, Leeds, Newcastle, Southampton, West Ham and Wolverhampton Wanderers.
In England’s second tier of football, the Championship, 17 of the 24 clubs in the division have gambling firm shirt sponsors.
Premier League Clubs Meet to Discuss Gambling Sponsorship DealsPremier League Clubs Meet to Discuss Gambling Sponsorship Deals“We are currently undertaking a comprehensive review of gambling laws to make sure they are fit for the digital age and a public call for evidence is open for contributions.
“We are determined to tackle problem gambling in all its forms and the work will build upon our strong track record of introducing measures to protect those at risk. No decisions have been taken.”
“If there needs to be a rebalancing, that is fine, but we do not think there should be a prohibition on sponsorship of football clubs or other sports clubs, for that matter.”
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