Gambling adverts on daytime TV could soon be banned, due to growing concerns that children are being exposed to gambling and see it as normal.
An existing Government review of Fixed Odds Betting Terminals (FOBTs) is being expanded and aims to curb gambling to ensure that young and vulnerable people in particular are protected from the risk of gambling-related harm.
The Times reported that in the last three years the number of 18 to 24-year-olds with a serious gambling problem has trebled.
Institute warnings
Rules lifting advertising restrictions were introduced in the Gambling Act 2005. They allow bookmakers to advertise before the watershed for bingo or during live sports broadcasts.
The Christian Institute warned at the time that…
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