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Evaluation of the Effectiveness of the National Gambling Support Network – Scoping Report

Author: IFF Research Published: March 2025

Summary

This report summarises the scoping stage of the evaluation, including implications for the evaluation objectives and design.

Topics covered

  • Theory of change for the NGSN
  • Evaluation framework for the evaluation of the NGSN
  • Participatory systems map 
  • Contribution analysis and claims
  • Protocol for assessing the economic effectiveness of the NGSN

Key findings

  • The proposed scope of the evaluation remains largely unchanged. However, this report does propose some refinements to research questions and approach.
  • The evaluation framework reflects the proposed refinements to research questions and how the evaluation will answer each.
  • There are no substantial changes to evaluation timings and no wider implications for the overall reporting timescales.
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