Bacta Social Responsibility and Compliance Head anticipates a lively inaugural social responsibility exchange

Simon Bradbury, Head of Social Responsibility and Compliance at Bacta has reported a high level of positive feedback on the Association’s Social Responsibility Exchange initiative.

he SR Exchange, taking place on 21st November is focused on encouraging best practice and has already garnered support from many professionals operating in the field of Social Responsibility. The free-to-attend event will break new ground by encouraging operators to bring their front-line staff to play their part in the discussions and workshops, guaranteeing a real world perspective. Simon will be playing a key role in the proceedings, including delivery of the welcome address and facilitating a session about dementia. Simon joined bacta four years ago, having previously retired as an Inspector in the police service. He leads the SR and compliance teams and still works with bacta members in the Midlands, the North West and Lincolnshire and Yorkshire regions. Simon also provides adjudication in gambling disputes. Anticipating a highly productive event Simon explains: “I am excited by bacta’s first Social Responsibility Exchange. It will feature some interesting guest speakers on safer gambling issues and those from the industry with a social responsibility perspective. There is a focus on customer facing staff but we also anticipate representation from operators, manufacturers and suppliers. Those attending will also have an opportunity to attend workshops and discussions around a number of subjects including self exclusion, safeguarding and supporting individuals who experience problem gambling. We hope to provide an interesting day where we can share good practice in the workplace and promote social responsibility,” confirms Simon. Social Responsibility and protecting people from gambling-related harm are at the very heart of bacta and it is anticipated that the involvement of front-line staff in the event will facilitate a valuable two-way exchange of ideas and experience. Those wishing to participate in this exciting event should contact Linda Malcolm at bacta on +44(0)20 7730 6444 or at Lindam@bacta.org.uk Note to Editors Bacta represents the amusement and gaming machine industry in the UK, encompassing high-tech and creative manufacturers, machine suppliers for pubs, clubs and bingo halls, as well as operators of Family Entertainment Centres and over 18s Gaming Centres. Bacta members include the whole of the amusement machine supply chain in the UK, which has a collective turn-over of nearly £2.0bn across more than 500 companies, operating in excess of 310,000 machines.