‘Do It Ourselves’: Ultimatum for Labor on Gambling Laws
Tighter rules on betting inducements are being weighed up by the federal government as the crossbench threatens to bypass Labor over gambling reform. The Albanese government is trying to secure support in the Senate to pass gambling reforms that limit betting ads to three per hour on free-to-air television between 6 a.m. and 8:30 p.m. […]
The federal government is considering stricter rules on betting inducements amid pressure from the crossbench for more significant gambling reforms. Labor aims to pass legislation limiting betting advertisements to three per hour on free-to-air TV during specific hours, but the Coalition, Greens, and independents feel this does not go far enough. These groups are demanding tighter restrictions in exchange for their support, with the Greens specifically pushing for an opt-in system for online gambling ads.
- The federal government is considering stricter rules on betting inducements.
- Crossbenchers are threatening to bypass Labor on gambling reform if proposals are not toughened.
- Labor’s proposed reforms include limiting betting ads to three per hour on free-to-air TV between 6 a.m. and 8:30 p.m.
- The Coalition, Greens, and some independents believe the proposed reforms are insufficient.
- The Greens are advocating for an opt-in system for online gambling advertisements.
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