President's proposal to ban gambling ads in sport not practical, says bookmakers

Bookmakers say a proposal by the President to ban gambling ads in sport is not practical.

President's proposal to ban gambling ads in sport not practical, says bookmakers
Mon, 30 Jul, 2018 - 17:20

Update 4.20pm: Bookmakers say a proposal by the President to ban gambling ads in sport is not practical.

Michael D Higgins has raised concerns about the impact of gambling - and says the industry should not be allowed to advertise at sporting events.

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