The Greens will force a Senate vote this week for a ban on gambling advertising. The Greens will move in the Senate for a ban on gambling advertising in an amendment to the Communications Legislation Amendment (Regional Broadcasting Bill). The ban would apply to broadcast and online platforms.

Senator Hanson-Young is spokesperson for Communications and Manager of Greens Business in the Senate:

“Labor should honour the legacy of Peta Murphy, not the profits of parasites in the gambling lobby.

“Australia banned tobacco ads in this country because they did acute harm. Gambling companies profit from addiction and misery, targeting our kids and wrecking families. They must be banned too.

“It’s time for Parliament to listen to the experts, respect public opinion and back a full ban on gambling ads.

“The gambling lobby may have deep pockets, but the public want strong action. Our amendment will be a test for Labor and the Coalition this week.”