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The Guardian - AU
The Guardian - AU
National
Tom McIlroy Political editor

Labor’s gambling reform friendless as Coalition withholds support amid drug and sex worker allegations

Anthony Albanese has also faced internal revolt over the controversial gambling advertising bill, with Labor MPs calling for tougher rules this week.
Anthony Albanese has also faced internal revolt over the gambling advertising bill, with Labor MPs calling for tougher rules this week. Photograph: Lukas Coch/AAP

Labor will be forced to make major changes to its planned crackdown on online gambling advertising, as the Coalition, Greens and independents demand tougher rules to stop betting companies offering generous inducements as well as further limits on broadcast ads.

After a two-day inquiry including sensational evidence that gambling companies allegedly provided illegal drugs and access to sex workers to keep problem gamblers betting, the Coalition confirmed on Wednesday afternoon it would seek “crucial amendments” before agreeing to support the government’s legislation.

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