Ireland's gambling epidemic: 'Find a corner and you'll be left alone 'til you're penniless'
One treatment expert said he is concerned, in particular, about young people who can very quickly gamble all of their money away online.
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One treatment expert said he is concerned, in particular, about young people who can very quickly gamble all of their money away online.
“As the sun goes down, it gets a little bit younger, and as midnight approaches, it’s one big party.”
He was done for “swift and subtle” card marking.
The proposed new law will limit the number and size of casinos that can operate in Ireland and was announced by Justice Minister Alan Shatter today.
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