Government to unveil shake-up of gambling laws
The proposals are expected to include checks on gamblers who lose more than £1,000 in a dayGamblers who are losing £1,000 a day are expected to face checks as part of new, tougher gambling regulations.
Describing the "maze" of sports betting, virtual slot machines, roulette wheels and blackjack tables instantly available on many apps, she added: "Many enjoy these features - but within their means, infrequently or on particular event - but sadly we know this does not apply to everyone." Conservative MP, Ian Duncan Smith, vice chairman of the All Party Parliamentary Group on Gambling Related Harm said they will "make sure we hold the government's feet to the fire to ensure these measures are implemented swiftly".Culture Secretary Lucy Frazer will unveil the government's white paper on gambling on Thursday
Some gambling firms including Flutter, which owns Paddy Power, SkyBet and Betfair, imposed slot limits of £10 from September 2021. At the moment, for example, smaller casinos have limits on how many machines they can have. The number is expected to increase from 20 to 80.
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