Day: 6 March 2018

Wakayama Network, the opposition party which has previously shared its concerns with the possible casino expansion in Japan, has insisted that the process of legalizing the so-called Integrated Resorts Casinos must be more transparent. This happens at a time when the Japanese Congress has required further review and consideration of casino regulation. Wakayama Network has been long known as one of the most fierce anti-casino groups in the country. It has previously urged the local Government to provide more transparency on the legislation process related to Integrated Resorts and the…

For decades, bingo halls have been a popular place for entertainment, gambling and socialisation, especially for elderly people for whom this type of gambling has become a favourite activity. However, a recent report reveals less attendance in bingo halls across the United Kingdom combined with an interesting trend among players over the age of 55 – they are increasingly enjoying online gambling from their homes. In fact, online participation has increased across most activities, not just bingo, according to the data from the latest Gambling Participation and Perceptions Report, released…

The gambling industry of New South Wales (NSW) is to face an overhaul, with some restrictions on new poker machines to be seen in several areas. The local Government also plans to boost fines that are imposed on bookmakers that violate the legislation and regulatory rules in the region. The New South Wales Government considers state communities vulnerable to gambling-related harm. Because of that, it has decided to put cap on pokies with new laws proposed. However, according to the Alliance for Gambling Reform and the NSW Greens, have raised…