Elements of new gambling laws like a 'bucket full of holes'

Concerns were voiced that under the proposals, a customer would have to have an online account with a particular bookie for them to self-exclude.

Sections of Ireland’s proposed new gambling legislation have been likened to a “bucket full of holes” by a leading advocate for tougher curbs on the industry, who has urged the Government to shore up the plans before they become law.

Issues identified include proposals for self-exclusion for problem gamblers, a lack of clarity over the ban on gaming machines in pubs, and the lack of details around the operation of a 'social impact fund' to provide treatment for problem gamblers.