Tasmania Introduces New Problem Gambling Safeguards

The Australian state of Tasmania is being proactive in their attempt to curb problem gambling. They have announced new measures that will be taking place to help ensure that gambling addiction does not get worse.

Th recent Social and Economic Research Study detailed problem gambling, and the Tasmanian government has not taken these findings lightly. Michael Aird, the Treasurer for Tasmania, claims the new measures will help keep problem gambling to a minimum.

"The consumer protection measures are aimed at protecting all gamblers not just problem gamblers," said Aird, "The current voluntary code of practice for gambling will be replaced by a mandatory code."

Among the changes that will take place will be stricter restrictions to stop minors from gambling. There also will be an emphasis on making it more difficult to access cash when at gambling locations.

Gaming staff members will receive enhanced training to help them spot when problem gambling is taking place. There will also be new restrictions on the amount of comps, either in food or free play, that gaming establishments can give away.

"These new measures will ensure that Tasmania has the best harm minimisation practices in Australia," said Aird.

April 11, 2009
Posted By April Gardner
Staff Editor, CasinoGamblingWeb.com
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