MPs to take part in Betting and Gaming Council’s Grand National charity bet campaign

MPs will once again take part in a Grand National charity bet initiative, looking to raise thousands of pounds for local charities.

MPs will once again take part in a Grand National charity bet initiative, looking to raise thousands of pounds for local charities. https://twitter.com/BetGameCouncil/status/1904128477713858940

It's an initiative that raised over £15,000 in 2024 , with the hopes that total is topped this year.

And picking a loser doesn't mean the chosen charity loses out.

The BGC will provide a £250 donation if their selected horse doesn’t win on April 5, meaning every charity chosen will benefit.

It is forecasted by industry experts that as much as £250 million will be staked on the Grand National this year, which generates somewhere in the region of £3 million in tax revenue for the UK Treasury.

BGC members provide an estimated 46,000 retail jobs and MPs are set to spend time with staff to learn more about the Safer Gambling measures in place.

“It truly is the nation’s punt, and we are absolutely delighted to work alongside our amazing members to ensure the Grand National once again also supports some amazing charities.

“Bookmakers are the beating heart of this country’s highstreets, generating jobs, taxes and crucial investment. They also provide community to millions of customers, many of whom will be visiting their bookie to witness the Grand National.

“I want to extend a massive thanks to all the MPs and peers who have taken time out to meet with staff, for taking part, and helping to raise thousands of pounds for good causes.

“The Grand National is one of this nation’s greatest cultural exports, and I’m thrilled to see parliamentarians once more back racing, their local bookmakers and good causes, best of luck to all.”;