Labour calls for ban on gambling adverts amid concern over promotions
Labour is calling for a ban on gambling advertisements in Ireland, citing concerns over promotions that target vulnerable individuals.Summary
Labour leader Ivana Bacik is advocating for Ireland to prohibit all gambling advertisements, mirroring actions taken in other countries. This call follows the discovery of a BoyleSports promotion in Dublin that encouraged account openings without requiring a bank account, raising concerns about targeting individuals with potential gambling addiction. Ms. Bacik emphasized that gambling companies exploit vulnerabilities, and Senator Mark Wall has also supported a ban to curb this behavior. The Extern Problem Gambling project highlighted that incentives to enter gambling shops increase the risk of problem gambling, and called for gambling organizations to prioritize protecting vulnerable individuals. BoyleSports maintains its customer verification processes are robust and compliant with regulations. The newly established Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland (GRAI) aims to address gambling harms and protect vulnerable populations, and will soon have enforcement powers to ensure compliance.
(Source：Independent.ie)