‘Powerful evidence’ of online gambling harm, federal parliamentary inquiry head says
by Henry Belot from World news | The Guardian on (#69B4B)
Labor MP Peta Murphy rejects claims by broadcasters that further regulation could lead to a reduction in free sport coverage
Broadcasters, sporting codes and betting companies should expect more restrictions on gambling advertisements and promotions, after the head of parliamentary inquiry cited powerful evidence" of harmful practices.
The inquiry into online gambling harm, led by Labor MP Peta Murphy, has now received almost 150 submissions from organisations involved in sports betting and held multiple hearings. It will inform any regulatory action taken by the federal government, amid concerns the $50bn industry is causing undue harm.
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