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 |
See how support for each position on “Gambling” has changed over time for 11.7k Ireland voters.
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Unique answers from Ireland users whose views extended beyond the provided choices.
@8NYLF3Y3yrs3Y
More regulations should be put in place, particularly on advertising and gambling in gaming which is targeted towards children.
@92NBW3C2yrs2Y
No, but I may support tighter regulation on gambling companies and would definitely support increased supports for addiction treatments
@92FCTRC2yrs2Y
No, but it should be taxed, regulated more than it is, and increase funding for addiction treatment. Ban online gambling.
@8ZPTCPB2yrs2Y
No but more funding for addiction and ban advertising of gambling
@8ZP8PFF2yrs2Y
No, unless it is highly predatory.
@8YND5772yrs2Y
No, but they should ban gambling advertising
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