The posting of odds could be banned from sports-related TV and radio programs in Australia.
Senator Richard Di Natale of the Green Party is expected to introduce a measure to place a blanket ban on odds being promoted by commentators or bookmakers and prohibit programming from offering sports betting services during broadcasts, although bookies would still be permitted to purchase advertising.
Studies have indicated that Australians are not happy with the constant intrusions by bookmakers offering competitive odds during the games.
“We have to separate sport from gambling,” Mr Di Natale said. “Young kids should be able to enjoy a game of footy without thinking that gambling has to be part of that experience.”
He added that “a number of MPs have expressed their concerns over this issue” but have done so “privately”.
“I just hope they have the courage to take on the gambling industry in an election year,” he said.
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