Gavin Kelleher of Goodbody Stockbrokers estimates the gross revenue from gambling in Ireland is about €1.1 billion a year (He stresses that it’s impossible to be certain). Opponents of a gambling ban argue that making it illegal will turn the business over to the black market where it will be unregulated and untaxable. Proponents of a ban argue that online gambling is causing a dramatic increase in the number of gambling addicts.
19% Yes |
81% No |
14% Yes |
81% No |
5% Yes, and we should increase funding for addiction treatement |
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@98T3RKB2yrs2Y
No, but it should be heavily regulated
@8NYLF3Y4yrs4Y
More regulations should be put in place, particularly on advertising and gambling in gaming which is targeted towards children.
@9NMYQN42mos2MO
No, but we should increase funding for addiction services and they should not be allowed to advertise
@9NGDVX72mos2MO
No - but heavily tax profits, and regulate to protect gamblers who have problems. And regulate to force bookie payouts, currently that is not legally compelled.
@9N94HWP2mos2MO
No but gambling advertisements need to be much more heavily regulated and further funding is required for addiction treatment. Regulation also needs to be introduced for gacha games and loot boxes in video games.
@9MM9RGW2mos2MO
Yes, in a phased-out fashion, increasing taxes on gambling companies and casinos, as well as the proceeds of gambling, and more funding towards gambling addiction services.
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