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This section contains links to media releases about gambling, responsible gambling and harm minimisation from government, industry and other bodies in Australia and New Zealand.
New Gambling Advertising Code (NZ)
The code is made up of 3 parts: the principles, the rules and guidelines. The principles are social responsibility and truthful presentation. The code comes into effect on 5 August 2019 for new ads, and 4 November 2019 for all ads.
Gambling Commission announces key role for GREO to support the National Strategy (UK)
The UK Gambling Commission has announced a new role for research group Gambling Research Exchange (GREO). GREO will develop a programme of activity to support the National Strategy to Reduce Gambling Harms, supporting the areas of Prevention & Education and Treatment & Support.
Lords Committee issues evidence call for UK gambling study (UK)
The House of Lords' Select Committee on the Social and Economic Impact of the Gambling Industry has called for evidence to support its inquiry into problem gambling in the UK.
Switzerland introduces new gambling law
New online gambling legislation in Switzerland will come into force on July 1, 2019. The new law enables customers to access only several authorized Swiss casinos.
New 'Betting and Gaming Council' to launch this autumn (UK)
A new industry trade body - the Betting and Gaming Council - will launch this autumn. It replaces the Remote Gambling Association (RGA) and the Association of British Bookmakers (ABB).
Tackling gambling harm to improve mental health and equity (NZ)
On the 28 June 2019, the New Zealand government announced its updated national strategy to prevent and minimise gambling harm. The strategy aligns with the mental health and addiction initiatives in Budget 2019.
Raising Standards for Consumers: Enforcement Report 2017-2018 (UK)
This is the first time the UK Gambling Commission has published a review of their enforcement work. The aim of publishing it is to review the past year and bring together lessons and guidance. It is intended to help ensure compliance and raise standards.
Technology at centre of responsible gambling grants (NSW)
A website to allow problem gamblers to self exclude from multiple venues, plus new online courses on responsible gambling are some of the innovative projects supported by $1.3 million funding from the NSW Office of Responsible Gambling.
Not-for-profit organisations statewide benefit from $1.2M (QLD)
Almost $1.2 million in grants will be invested in Queensland communities to celebrate the 25th year of the Gambling Community Benefit Fund (GCBF).
Gambling (Problem Gambling Levy) Regulations 2019 (NZ)
The New Zealand Gambling (Problem Gambling Levy) Regulations 2019 have been confirmed by Cabinet. The new regulations come into force on 1 July 2019.