Cebu City bans gambling ads across all platforms
Cebu City has banned all forms of gambling advertisements across all platforms due to concerns about addiction and its impact on vulnerable populations.Summary
Cebu City has approved a sweeping ban on all gambling advertisements, encompassing physical and digital platforms, citing growing concerns over addiction, financial hardship, and the exposure of minors to harmful promotional content. The ban, approved by the Sangguniang Panlungsod, prohibits advertisements on billboards, posters, online platforms, and sponsored events. The City Council emphasized its duty to protect the welfare of its constituents, particularly the youth. The move comes amid a reported surge in online gambling fueled by digital media and social networking. Enforcement will be carried out by the Business Process and Licensing Office, the Police Office, and the City Legal Office, with orders to remove existing advertisements. Additionally, government employees are being urged to refrain from online gaming during work hours, and access to online gambling websites and VPNs has been blocked on government networks as part of a broader anti-gambling push.
(Source：Cebu Daily News)