Japan to limit online race betting
The Japanese government decided last Tuesday to establish a system by the end of fiscal 2022 to limit online race betting as part of a strategy to fight problem gambling. The authorities plan to open casinos in integrated resorts encompassing hotels, conference rooms, theaters and other entertainment facilities in the hope of boosting tourism.
However, the ministers at Tuesday’s meeting agreed to develop a system to restrict casino access to individuals suffering from gambling following requests from their families.
“It is essential to carry out measures to prevent people from falling into unfortunate situations due to (gambling) addiction,” Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshihide Suga said at the meeting.
According to the local media, a support center for the prevention and rehabilitation of gambling addiction will start a free advice line in October, while the government is also planning to promote the establishment of specialized medical institutes and designated treatment facilities throughout the country.
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