PoliticsLabor open to ‘sensible amendments’ to gambling laws after inquiry hears alcohol and cocaine offered to punters

The Albanese government is prepared to tighten rules governing gambling inducements, according to sources. Labor is also willing to consider amendments proposed by the Coalition when MPs return to Canberra, while remaining less likely to change rules covering television and online advertising. Negotiations over the wagering legislation continue because the bill has not yet secured enough parliamentary support. An inquiry has heard claims that alcohol and cocaine were offered to punters.

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