Friday 9 May 2008

Gambling - opportunity and addiction

http://www.channel4.com/news/articles/ontv/theinsider/britains+gambling+addiction/611277

The above link refers to a Channel 4 article written addressing the ever increasing number of betting shops, bookies and casinos, all offering easy opportunities to gamble.  What should the government be doing to tackle problem gambling in light of their continued licensing of new places for people to spend money?   Many people develop addiction problems leading to financial and psychological issues for them and their families - is problem gambling really recognised by the government as it should be?

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