Research & Analysis
Independent Research for Better Policy
NAGO's research programme produces evidence-based analysis on responsible gaming, illegal gambling markets, and regulatory effectiveness — contributing to more informed public policy.
NAGO's research is conducted in partnership with independent academic institutions, health bodies, and research consultancies. Our findings are published openly and submitted to public authorities without preconditions on editorial content.
We are committed to following the highest standards of research independence. Funding for research is disclosed separately from operational funding, and research partners are selected through a transparent open process.
Research Areas
Our Research Focus
Consumer Behaviour & Problem Gambling
Research into the prevalence of problem gambling, risk factors, effectiveness of protective tools, and treatment outcomes — conducted in partnership with independent academic institutions.
Illegal Gambling Markets
Annual market sizing and analysis of unregulated gambling in the domestic online environment, including consumer migration patterns and the impact of regulatory frameworks on illegal market share.
Regulatory Effectiveness
Comparative analysis of gaming regulatory frameworks across jurisdictions — measuring compliance rates, consumer outcomes, and the fiscal impact of different policy approaches.
Policy & Legislative Impact
Assessment of the real-world impact of legislative changes on the licensed sector, consumer behaviour, and public health outcomes. Submitted to parliamentary committees.
Featured
Recent Research Publications
Illegal Online Gambling Market Report 2025
Comprehensive annual analysis of unregulated gambling activity, estimating that 23% of online gaming volume occurs on unlicensed platforms, with significant consumer harm implications.
Effectiveness of Self-Exclusion Programmes: A 3-Year Longitudinal Study
Analysis of the effectiveness of self-exclusion as a harm reduction tool, comparing outcomes across different programme designs and implementation approaches.
Comparative Analysis: Gaming Regulation Across 12 European Jurisdictions
In-depth comparison of licensing requirements, responsible gaming obligations, tax frameworks, and enforcement mechanisms across 12 European jurisdictions.
Research Partners
Conducted With Independent Academic Partners
All major research is conducted by or in formal partnership with independent academic institutions. NAGO provides funding only — with no editorial control over findings.