Betting ads would remain on television but be banned on social media and other digital platforms under intended proposalFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our morning and afternoon news emails, free app or daily news podcastThe Albanese government has been accused of “a total cop out” and lacking political courage after reports it is likely to stop short of introducing a blanket ban on gambling advertising.The independent senator David Pocock said the government appeared to be pursuing a “watered down policy to appease the gambling industry”, while the crossbench MP Zoe Daniel slammed what she saw as a “half-hearted, half-arsed” proposal.Sign up for Guardian Australia’s free morning and afternoon email newsletters for your daily news roundup Continue reading…
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Author : Daniel Hurst
Publish date : 2024-08-04 05:34:25
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