Albanese and Taylor Reach Gambling Deals, Disregarding Howard's Plea

Anthony Albanese and Angus Taylor have agreed on gambling and tech deals while ignoring former prime minister John Howard's warning on gambling's impact in working-class suburbs.

Justin Tomlinson

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Albanese and Taylor Reach Gambling Deals, Disregarding Howard's Plea

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Angus Taylor have hammered out deals regarding gambling and technology regulations. However, the agreement comes despite a last-ditch plea from former Prime Minister John Howard, who raised concerns about the broader social consequences of gambling.[1][2]

In comments on the issue, Howard outlined his perspective on state regulation and personal responsibility. Howard stated that he does not favour a nanny state approach and noted that people can bet if they choose to do so, but warned that the negative impact of gambling in working-class suburbs remains very serious.[1][2]

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