Labour to ban credit card betting to tackle 'public health emergency' from problem gambling
6 years, 6 months ago

Labour to ban credit card betting to tackle 'public health emergency' from problem gambling

The Independent  

Sign up for the View from Westminster email for expert analysis straight to your inbox Get our free View from Westminster email Get our free View from Westminster email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Labour today brands problem gambling a “public health emergency” and vows to introduce a ban on bets using credit cards, as part of a major crackdown. “Problem gambling is Britain's hidden epidemic and we must treat it as a public health emergency,” he said. It is our opinion that without gambling adverts there would be a lot less risk of initiating the young and the vulnerable to gambling activities by normalising a potentially harmful behaviour.” The policy institute Money and Mental Health, which contributed to the review, said: “Adverts with specific offers, like free bets when registering for an online account, can lead consumers to gamble more than they intend to. “Their frequency and timing, such as late at night when people with mental health problems are vulnerable and more likely to respond, can create challenges to gambling responsibly.” Under Labour's proposals, bookmakers would still be able to offer odds on sporting events during play, but would not be allowed to advertise them for a specified period before and after games or during half-time or other breaks.

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NHS warning over Boxing Day betting adverts as demand for gambling addiction treatment soars
2 months, 3 weeks ago

NHS warning over Boxing Day betting adverts as demand for gambling addiction treatment soars

The Independent  

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MPs aim to ban all online gambling ads, stop credit card access
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4 months ago

MPs aim to ban all online gambling ads, stop credit card access

Dutch News  

Efforts are underway in parliament to tackle the growing online gambling problem in the Netherlands by introducing a total ban on advertising. Earlier this month, the government’s research agency WODC said legislation licencing online gambling companies in the Netherlands has boosted addiction, particularly among young adults and needs urgent reform. The national addiction watchdog said in January that tens of …

MP's push to limit online gambling by banning ads, credit card payments
4 months ago

MP's push to limit online gambling by banning ads, credit card payments

NL Times  

The SP and ChristenUnie believe that the government is not intervening quickly enough in the online gambling market and are, therefore, doing so themselves with a bill. They want to limit online gambling and protect young people from addiction by banning gambling ads and not allowing people to gamble on their credit cards, NOS reports. Recently published research showed that …

The health impact of gambling worldwide is much worse than previously known, international research says
4 months, 3 weeks ago

The health impact of gambling worldwide is much worse than previously known, international research says

ABC  

The global health impacts of gambling are much worse than previously thought, according to an international medical journal. "Our conclusion is clear: gambling poses a threat to public health, the control of which requires a substantial expansion and tightening of gambling industry regulation," the report said. "So that there isn't any threat to governments and countries that want to prohibit …

Bill would ban sports betting ads during games and forbid bets on college athletes
6 months, 1 week ago

Bill would ban sports betting ads during games and forbid bets on college athletes

The Independent  

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As the gambling advertising ban debate heats up, a new report calls for maximum loss limits for pokies and online betting
6 months, 2 weeks ago

As the gambling advertising ban debate heats up, a new report calls for maximum loss limits for pokies and online betting

ABC  

Australia has the highest gambling losses in the world, according to a new Grattan Institute report that calls on federal and state governments to stand up to "vested Interests" and implement a complete ban on gambling ads and limits on how much people can bet when at the pokies and via online betting platforms. Grattan's report says it is time …

Australians lead the world when it comes to gambling and this is what's behind our addiction
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Australians lead the world when it comes to gambling and this is what's behind our addiction

ABC  

You know the old saying: Australians will bet on just about anything, even two flies crawling up a wall. Governments of all persuasions and across all jurisdictions appear reluctant to bring the "industry" to heel, even as new online gaming operators seek to penetrate deep into household finances with ever more invasive technologies. The Murdoch family media company also briefly …

As gambling ad restrictions are debated in Australia, what lessons can we learn from Belgium, where a ban is already in place?
6 months, 3 weeks ago

As gambling ad restrictions are debated in Australia, what lessons can we learn from Belgium, where a ban is already in place?

ABC  

Last year a cross-party parliamentary committee recommended a total ban on gambling ads in Australia But after months of strenuous lobbying by the media, gaming companies and the major football codes, the signs seem to be that the government will settle on something less decisive. "It's not a total ban," says Professor Constandt, who was involved in advising the Belgian …

Government cracks down on illegal betting and gambling promotions
1 year ago

Government cracks down on illegal betting and gambling promotions

India Today  

The Central Consumer Protection Authority, operating under the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, has issued a stern advisory prohibiting the advertising, promotion, and endorsement of such illegal activities, including betting and gambling camouflaged as gaming. This action comes in response to the alarming rise in "It has come to our attention that betting platforms are utilising celebrities and influencers to endorse …

UK sets £2 spin limit for under-25s on online slot games to combat harmful gambling
1 year ago

UK sets £2 spin limit for under-25s on online slot games to combat harmful gambling

The Independent  

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Although millions of people gamble safely every single day, the evidence shows that there …

Record number of people seeking help for gambling problems
1 year, 1 month ago

Record number of people seeking help for gambling problems

The Independent  

Sign up for our free Health Check email to receive exclusive analysis on the week in health Get our free Health Check email Get our free Health Check email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy A record number of people sought help for gambling problems through …

Former gambling addict calls for advertising bans as federal government considers reforms
1 year, 3 months ago

Former gambling addict calls for advertising bans as federal government considers reforms

ABC  

Michael was just 17 when he placed his first bet on a horse race. Key points: The federal government is considering reforms to online gambling A parliamentary inquiry has recommended a complete ban on gambling advertising within three years A regional Queensland man says the accessibility of gambling through apps and advertising make it difficult for people trying to quit …

Govt issues fresh guidelines against online gambling ads ahead of Asia Cup 2023
1 year, 6 months ago

Govt issues fresh guidelines against online gambling ads ahead of Asia Cup 2023

Live Mint  

The information and broadcasting ministry, on Friday, issued a fresh guideline against In its advisory, the I&B ministry asked media entities, advertising intermediaries and social media platforms to ‘immediately’ refrain from showing ads and promotional content on betting/gambling in any form. That's why, this time, the centre has warned media organisations and social media platforms to refrain from showing such …

Centre issues fresh advisory against advertisements on online betting platform
1 year, 6 months ago

Centre issues fresh advisory against advertisements on online betting platform

Hindustan Times  

The information and broadcasting ministry on Friday issued a fresh advisory to media entities, “Failure to adhere to this advisory may invite appropriate action from the Government of India under various statutes,” government officials aware of the matter said. The Centre noticed that the promotion of betting and gambling platforms during cricket matches and other major sports events peaked and …

What the parliamentary inquiry discovered about “gambling responsibly” in an age of smartphones
1 year, 8 months ago

What the parliamentary inquiry discovered about “gambling responsibly” in an age of smartphones

ABC  

Gambling marketing has recently received a spate of attention thanks to a bipartisan inquiry into online gambling and its harms, led by Labor MP Peta Murphy. The committee’s report — titled “You Win Some, You Lose More Online Gambling and its Impacts on those Experiencing Gambling Harm” — makes 31 recommendations to overhaul the industry in the wake of heightened …

Concern over gambling ads ‘bombardment’ as addiction referrals hit record highs
1 year, 8 months ago

Concern over gambling ads ‘bombardment’ as addiction referrals hit record highs

The Independent  

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Gambling ads should be banned within three years to tackle addiction crisis, parliamentary committee says
1 year, 8 months ago

Gambling ads should be banned within three years to tackle addiction crisis, parliamentary committee says

ABC  

The federal government is being urged to ban gambling advertising during sporting events within three years, as the nation grapples with a crisis threatening the financial and mental health of many Australians. Key points: A parliamentary committee is recommending banning all gambling ads during sporting events There are serious fears children are being exposed to betting material, wrongly teaching them …

Take action against hoardings and posters promoting online betting and gambling, Centre tells States
1 year, 10 months ago

Take action against hoardings and posters promoting online betting and gambling, Centre tells States

The Hindu  

The Centre has asked States to take action against online betting and gambling platforms using outdoor media, such as hoardings and posters, to promote their websites and applications. “While such Financial, social risk Last year, the Ministry had noticed that The Ministry had earlier issued an advisory to the media on June 13, 2022, directing them to refrain from publishing …

The gambling White Paper – what does it include and what has it left out?
1 year, 10 months ago

The gambling White Paper – what does it include and what has it left out?

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. – Extra powers for the Gambling Commission The regulator …

Spike in use of gambling blocks to curb overspending amid income squeeze
2 years, 3 months ago

Spike in use of gambling blocks to curb overspending amid income squeeze

The Independent  

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‘Ban on online gambling will come as a relief to families of compulsive players’
2 years, 5 months ago

‘Ban on online gambling will come as a relief to families of compulsive players’

The Hindu  

The promulgation of an ordinance to ban online gambling in the State will come as a relief to families of compulsive players caught in the throes of this addictive pastime, say social and mental health workers in the city. The ordinance “prohibiting online gambling” was approved by Tamil Nadu’s Council of Ministers on September 26, and was mooted in response …

‘Irresponsible’ gambling ads from two operators banned by watchdog
2 years, 7 months ago

‘Irresponsible’ gambling ads from two operators banned by watchdog

The Independent  

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Cabinet could force limits on gambling adverts
3 years ago

Cabinet could force limits on gambling adverts

NL Times  

Minister Franc Weerwind for Legal Protection is working on legislation to limit The wave of gambling A legal advertising ban takes time - such legislative amendments can easily take two years - and won't be possible by April 1, Weerwind said in an interview with FD. So Weewind sent a letter to the Tweede Kamer, the lower house of Dutch …

Limit online bets to maximum of £2, say gambling reformers
3 years, 3 months ago

Limit online bets to maximum of £2, say gambling reformers

The Telegraph  

Gamblers could be limited to a maximum £2 bet online and £100 spending a month as more than 160 MPs and peers united to demand "bold" government reforms to curb betting. In the run-up to the Government's white paper on gambling, due in the New Year, the MPs and peers wrote: "We are calling on the Prime Minister to be …

AFL clubs, players and government MP call for gambling crackdown ahead of grand final
3 years, 5 months ago

AFL clubs, players and government MP call for gambling crackdown ahead of grand final

ABC  

Several AFL players, football clubs and a government MP are uncomfortable with the extent of gambling advertising within the code and are pushing for changes ahead of Saturday's AFL grand final in Perth. Key points: Industry figures say gambling companies have loaded advertising into pre-game coverage Collingwood players Brodie Grundy and Darcy Moore have voiced some of their concerns about …

HODL! English football’s hidden links to Bitcoin gambling
3 years, 10 months ago

HODL! English football’s hidden links to Bitcoin gambling

New York Times  

While watching their team on TV during lockdown, fans of Southampton and Arsenal may have noticed a peculiar word on the billboards around the pitch alongside the adverts for airlines and sportswear brands. Following multiple conversations with industry insiders and sports gambling experts, The Athletic can reveal: How Sportsbet’s “crypto gambling” model is hidden from UK football fans Why UK …

The pandemic has triggered a British online gambling crisis
4 years, 3 months ago

The pandemic has triggered a British online gambling crisis

Wired  

Getty Images / WIRED It was late January when Google searches for “casinos” reached an all-time high in the UK. Data collected from the Gambling Commission showed that in March, online virtual sports betting increased by 88 per cent and online poker by 53 per cent compared to the same month in 2019. A House of Lords report titled “Gambling …

Young male gamblers on sports betting splurge during COVID-19 lockdown, research shows
4 years, 5 months ago

Young male gamblers on sports betting splurge during COVID-19 lockdown, research shows

ABC  

Online gamblers are blowing more money during the pandemic, with a new study revealing one in three signed up for new betting accounts in June and July. Key points: New research shows young men are spending significantly more on online betting The rise comes despite widespread job losses during the pandemic Bookmakers said the rise in online spending came as …

‘It’s the perfect storm’: Why gambling addictions are harder to manage under lockdown
4 years, 10 months ago

‘It’s the perfect storm’: Why gambling addictions are harder to manage under lockdown

The Independent  

“Under normal circumstances I have huge worries about the ability of this industry to captivate, and hold hostage almost, people that it ensnares in its trap,” declared MP Carolyn Harris at the end of April. “For people living with a gambling addiction, or even those just looking for an escape who found online gambling, current circumstances have made staying safe …

Online gamblers will no longer be allowed to use credit cards for betting
5 years, 2 months ago

Online gamblers will no longer be allowed to use credit cards for betting

The Independent  

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Will bookmakers' pledge of millions to address problem gambling buy off their critics?
5 years, 8 months ago

Will bookmakers' pledge of millions to address problem gambling buy off their critics?

The Independent  

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Major flaws revealed in government’s attempt to tackle ‘crack cocaine’ gambling machines
5 years, 11 months ago

Major flaws revealed in government’s attempt to tackle ‘crack cocaine’ gambling machines

The Independent  

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Gambling firms to stop advertising during live sporting events
6 years, 3 months ago

Gambling firms to stop advertising during live sporting events

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Premier League football clubs should do more to tackle gambling addiction, says NHS chief
6 years, 6 months ago

Premier League football clubs should do more to tackle gambling addiction, says NHS chief

The Independent  

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Advertising regulator unveils tough new standards for gambling ads
7 years, 1 month ago

Advertising regulator unveils tough new standards for gambling ads

The Independent  

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There's no place for fixed-odds betting terminals on Britain's high streets
7 years, 4 months ago

There's no place for fixed-odds betting terminals on Britain's high streets

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Maximum stake on fixed-odds betting terminals to be cut from £100
7 years, 4 months ago

Maximum stake on fixed-odds betting terminals to be cut from £100

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This gravy train is a bad way to make policy on gambling
7 years, 6 months ago

This gravy train is a bad way to make policy on gambling

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Betting machines should require ID cards to protect vulnerable gambling addicts, report says
7 years, 11 months ago

Betting machines should require ID cards to protect vulnerable gambling addicts, report says

The Independent  

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New anti-gambling campaign kicks off for footy finals to dissuade young gamblers
8 years, 6 months ago

New anti-gambling campaign kicks off for footy finals to dissuade young gamblers

ABC  

A new gambling awareness campaign will run during the AFL finals campaign, aimed at countering a rise in problem teenage gamblers. The "Love the game not the odds" video is the latest attempt by the Victorian Responsible Gambling Foundation to alert parents, teachers and society of the alarming statistics relating to sport, gambling and children. "It's very easy for kids …

Gambling firms spent half a billion pounds on TV adverts since 2012
8 years, 8 months ago

Gambling firms spent half a billion pounds on TV adverts since 2012

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My dad went to jail after stealing £50,000 for a betting addiction. The Euros gambling ads aren't harmless
8 years, 9 months ago

My dad went to jail after stealing £50,000 for a betting addiction. The Euros gambling ads aren't harmless

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'Government leaves protection of online gamblers largely up to operators'
9 years, 9 months ago

'Government leaves protection of online gamblers largely up to operators'

Dutch News  

The government’s proposed new gambling act is leaving the protection of gamblers largely in the hands of the gambling operators. The protection of players as described in the legislation it is proposing, for example, puts a remarkable amount of trust in the internet gambling operators. Granted, internet gambling operators have to abide by detailed measures geared towards protecting players, from …

'Government leaves protection of online gamblers largely up to operators'
9 years, 9 months ago

'Government leaves protection of online gamblers largely up to operators'

Dutch News  

The government’s proposed new gambling act is leaving the protection of gamblers largely in the hands of the gambling operators. The protection of players as described in the legislation it is proposing, for example, puts a remarkable amount of trust in the internet gambling operators. Granted, internet gambling operators have to abide by detailed measures geared towards protecting players, from …

Should fixed odds terminals - the "crack cocaine" of betting - be banned from the high street?
10 years, 9 months ago

Should fixed odds terminals - the "crack cocaine" of betting - be banned from the high street?

The Independent  

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Gambling on increase after easing of laws
14 years, 1 month ago

Gambling on increase after easing of laws

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