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Samaritans criticised over Paddy Power Betfair partnership
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31 August 2019
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The charity Samaritans has come in for criticism over its relate to the wagering company Paddy Power Betfair.
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Carolyn Harris, chairwoman of the All Party Parliamentary Group on Gambling Related Harm, told the BBC she had issues about the tie-up.
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You can hear more on BBC Radio 4's Money Box [program](https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLV34pN7j-J3AJoD4_c_sAVfg_4qZGeTPR) on Saturday at 12pm or listen once again here.
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