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High Stakes: Gambling in the armed forces

File on 4 Investigates examines the scale of problem gambling in the armed forces and the devastating impact on those serving, veterans and their families.

File on 4 Investigates examines the scale of problem gambling in the armed forces and the devastating impact on those serving, veterans and their families.

A new study seen exclusively by the team reveals nearly half of naval trainees who gambled were at risk of harm. This latest research builds on a growing body of evidence that points to a hidden problem across the forces that鈥檚 on the rise.

We ask if the MOD is aware of the challenge and if it鈥檚 doing enough to help those in need.

Reporter: Alastair Fee
Producers: Jim Booth
Technical Producer: Craig Boardman
Production Coordinator: Tim Fernley
Editor: Tara McDermott

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