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Thursday, 09 August 2007 |
The new Westminster Government’s attack on gambling continued today when Culture Secretary James Purnell announced a crackdown on advertising by Internet gambling sites that do not meet the Government’s strict regulations.
New regulations to be laid in the Westminster Parliament today bans operators in all countries and jurisdictions outside the European Economic Area from advertising unless they can demonstrate that they have measures in place ensure that gambling is conducted fairly, that appropriate money laundering and financial probity schemes are in place and that children and vulnerable people are not placed at risk.
The regulations, which come into force on September 1, mean that companies based in popular host areas for online gambling operations like Antigua, the Netherland Antilles and Costa Rica, will face fines and even jail terms if they do advertise in UK media such as TV, radio, print and various forms of advertising on taxis and street furniture like bus-stops.
Only Alderney and the Isle of Man were able to demonstrate that they had in place a rigorous licensing regime designed to stop children gambling, protect vulnerable people, keep games fair and keep out crime, said Culture Secretary James Purnell.
“I make no apology for banning adverts for websites operating from places that don't meet our strict standards. Protection is my number one priority. The fact that only Alderney and the Isle of Man have been able to meet the high standards demanded by our white listing criteria shows how tough the Gambling Act is. Indeed white listing has actually helped drive up regulatory standards in some countries.
“The Isle of Man, for example, has made significant improvements to their regulatory regime in order to secure a place on the white list. This includes requiring all licensees to make contributions to problem gambling research, education and treatment in line with requirement on UK operators.”
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