Labor’s gambling reform friendless as Coalition withholds support amid drug and sex worker allegations
Summary
Labor’s plan to restrict online gambling ads faces strong demands for tougher rules from the Coalition, Greens, and independents. They want to stop companies from offering big incentives and reduce gambling ads, after claims that some companies gave drugs and sex workers to problem gamblers.Key Facts
- Labor wants to limit online gambling advertising and inducements.
- The Coalition, Greens, and independents want stricter rules to protect vulnerable gamblers.
- Evidence was given that gambling companies supplied illegal drugs and access to sex workers to high-spending gamblers.
- The Coalition plans major changes before supporting Labor’s bill.
- The Greens and some independents say the bill in its current form will not pass parliament.
- There is concern about the number of gambling ads during children's TV and streaming services.
- A 2023 inquiry recommended banning all online gambling inducements immediately.
- Some Labor MPs also want stronger gambling reforms inside their party.
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