--- title: "Action on Gambling — check charity number 1217653 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Action on Gambling a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1217653. The Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of Lives charity based in 1 Mentmore Terrace. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/action-on-gambling retrieved: 2026-08-18T05:17:19.050Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Action on Gambling is a registered charity (number 1217653) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the advancement of health or saving of lives; the prevention or relief of poverty; other charitable purposes. CharityCompare shows its official register record below; a Clarity Score is added automatically once detailed filing history is available. ## What are the key facts about Action on Gambling? Registered charity number 1217653 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location 1 Mentmore Terrace Website [www.action-on-gambling.org](http://www.action-on-gambling.org/) ## What does Action on Gambling do? Action on Gambling preserves and protects the health of the public against the harmful effects of gambling; and advances the education of the public about the effects of gambling. We advocate for a public health approach; catalyse, collate, and communicate latest research; provide public facing communications; develop policy advice; and coordinate organisations active in reducing gambling harm. ## What causes is Action on Gambling registered for? The Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of LivesThe Prevention Or Relief Of PovertyOther Charitable Purposes ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Action on Gambling yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Action on Gambling is on the official register but outside the detailed-filing group we currently score (or awaiting its first filings), so we show its official register record instead of a rating. Its score appears automatically once enough filing data exists — never by payment. [How scoring works](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/methodology) ## Is this your charity? Claim this profile free to add your own description, correct details, or respond publicly. Optional [partner plans](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/partners) add your logo, photos, verified badge and supporter features — claiming itself is always free and never changes any score. [Claim this profile — free](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/claim?charity=action-on-gambling&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.action-on-gambling.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Action on Gambling a legitimate charity? Yes. Action on Gambling is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1217653) regulated by the Charity Commission for England and Wales. You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating. What is Action on Gambling's charity number? Action on Gambling's charity number is 1217653. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1217653? Search 1217653 on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers. What does Action on Gambling do? Action on Gambling preserves and protects the health of the public against the harmful effects of gambling; and advances the education of the public about the effects of gambling. We advocate for a public health approach; catalyse, collate, and communicate latest research; provide public facing communications; develop policy advice; and coordinate organisations active in reducing gambling harm. Does Action on Gambling have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Action on Gambling. This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Charity Commission for England and Wales or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate. How can I donate to Action on Gambling? Action on Gambling's website is http://www.action-on-gambling.org — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations. Source: Charity Commission for England and Wales register extract dated 2026-07-31, used under the [Open Government Licence v3.0](https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/version/3/). Always verify current details on the [official register entry](https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/1217653).