Gambling Addiction

Gambling industry urged to pay out for the victims of addiction

Wed, 07 Jan 2009 14:29:56 GMT

If there was ever an award for hopeless chancers, Graham Calvert would surely be on the shortlist.

Glenwood bank robbery suspec...

Wed, 07 Jan 2009 08:51:42 GMT

GLENWOOD SPRINGS, Colorado - In a case that seems to offer new twists by the day, the man suspected of robbing a West Glenwood Springs bank is also suspected in a Las Vegas casino holdup.

Gambling Addiction Line Sets Record

Wed, 07 Jan 2009 05:28:42 GMT

A group that counsels gambling addicts in Wisconsin says it saw a record number of calls last year.

Solo Admits Gambling Away $4 Million in Mortgage Money From Closings

Wed, 07 Jan 2009 04:40:34 GMT

The real estate slump didn't hurt Lyndhurst, N.J., solo Michael Rumore. Bad habits did.

Gambling addiction levy could hit seaside arcades

Wed, 07 Jan 2009 02:06:33 GMT

SEASIDE arcades and betting shops warned today that plans for a A 5m annual levy to treat gambling addiction were a big blow to family businesses hit by the economic slump.

5 housewives among 144 arrested for illegal gambling

Tue, 06 Jan 2009 22:07:50 GMT

Five housewives from Borivli decided to ditch the saas-bahu and instead, after finishing their chores, these middle-aged women went to their neighbourhood club to gamble.

British gambling companies face prospect of a new levy

Tue, 06 Jan 2009 19:57:04 GMT

LONDON : British gambling companies would face a new tax to finance help for problem gamblers unless they voluntarily contribute more money to the cause, the government said Tuesday.

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Tue, 06 Jan 2009 18:20:53 GMT

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Will the government legislate against gambling? Don't bet on it

Tue, 06 Jan 2009 17:25:31 GMT

Why is the government so reluctant to legislate against the gambling industry? Gerry Sutcliffe, the sports minister, today announced plans to impose a statutory levy on the industry to raise A 5m a year to fund ...

Tudela wants arcades relocated from villages

Tue, 06 Jan 2009 15:54:01 GMT

The Office of the Mayor of Saipan is batting for the phasing out of poker arcades from the villages and urging legislators to enact a law that would forcibly "eradicate the machines away from the general ...

Companies 'facing' gambling levy

Tue, 06 Jan 2009 14:08:34 GMT

Bookmakers, casino operators and other gambling firms could be forced to fund research into gambling addiction under proposals put forward by ministers.

Counselling service offers a friendly ear

Tue, 06 Jan 2009 13:18:37 GMT

HELPING HAND: The ICA's national counselling service helps women deal with problems ranging from suicide to addiction and parenting Tuesday January 06 2009 Rural women are sacrificing their own emotional health ...

Gambling industry urged to pay out for the victims of addiction - yorkshirepost

Wed, 07 Jan 2009 10:45:00 GMT

If there was ever an award for hopeless chancers, Graham Calvert would surely be on the shortlist. Last year, the once wealthy greyhound trainer from Wearside tried to sue William Hill after gambling away more than ?2m online. His efforts to prove ...

British gambling companies face prospect of a new levy - International Herald Tribune

Tue, 06 Jan 2009 18:31:00 GMT

LONDON : British gambling companies would face a new tax to finance help for problem gamblers unless they voluntarily contribute more money to the cause, the government said Tuesday. The proposed levy, totaling ?12.3 million, or $18.3 million, over ...

Atalig: Don't blame poker machines for NMI social problems

Wed, 07 Jan 2009 15:18:00 GMT

POKER machines should not be blamed for the social problems associated with gambling, according to Saipan Municipal Council member Felipe Q. Atalig.

Will the government legislate against gambling? Don't bet on it - Guardian Unlimited

Tue, 06 Jan 2009 17:19:00 GMT

Companies 'facing' gambling levy - BBC News

Tue, 06 Jan 2009 14:35:00 GMT

Bookmakers, casino operators and other gambling firms could be forced to fund research into gambling addiction under proposals put forward by ministers. They are consulting on plans to impose an annual compulsory levy of about ?5m from June to fund ...

Gambling ruling boost for Weymouth - This is Dorset

Tue, 06 Jan 2009 09:41:00 GMT

NEW gambling regulations could breathe new life into Weymouth?s struggling gaming industry, an amusement arcade owner said today. Plans set to be introduced by the Government, will allow slot machines in pubs, clubs and amusement arcades to offer ...

New Hampshire must choose gambling or tax increases - Eagle-Tribune

Tue, 06 Jan 2009 08:08:00 GMT

Now that we in New Hampshire are starting the new year and a new legislative session, it is time to make some choices as to where our state is heading financially. While we are looking at as much as a $400 million to $500 million deficit, are we ...

Gamblers face ?5m 'addicts' tax' to pay for problem gambling - Daily Telegraph

Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:40:00 GMT

A Whitehall source said: 'This move will secure the future of problem gambling treatment and will ensure that all operators pay their way in funding this important work' Photo: AFP/GETTY IMAGES Ministers have decided to force gambling firms to pay a ...

Fears that gambling addiction will soar as ministers relax rules and ... - Daily Mail

Tue, 06 Jan 2009 01:49:00 GMT

Jackpots on fruit machines in pubs, clubs and amusement arcades will double despite fears it will increase gambling addiction during the economic crisis. Gamblers will be able to double their stake and win twice as much on onearmed bandits, even ...

Man charged with killing his lover and cutting up the body

Wed, 07 Jan 2009 18:01:31 GMT

A MAN who killed his former mistress, dismembered her body and dumped the remains in the river, has been charged with robbery, Qingpu District prosecutors said.

Call for pre-paid smart cards to curb problem gambling - Australian Broadcasting Corp.

Tue, 06 Jan 2009 00:09:00 GMT

Anti-gambling campaigners are calling for pre-paid smart cards to be introduced into gaming venues to reduce problem gambling. Under the plan, users would nominate a monthly cap on the amount of money they would be prepared to lose. Figures from the ...

Brown vows public works will create 100,000 jobs - The Australian

Mon, 05 Jan 2009 16:38:00 GMT

LONDON: British Prime Minister Gordon Brown has pledged to create 100,000 jobs through a public works program and says hewill press banks to resume normal lending as Britain faces itssharpest economic downturn in decades. Britain is starting the year ...

Gamblers 'to be able to bet and win twice as much on slot machines' - Daily Telegraph

Mon, 05 Jan 2009 07:55:00 GMT

The machines' maximum payout has been raised from ?35 to ?70 while users will be able to stake ?1 rather than 50p, under a relaxation of the rules reportedly authorised by Andy Burnham, the Culture Secretary. He agreed to the increases because ...

Comment: Fruit machines could start a life-long addiction - Times Online

Mon, 05 Jan 2009 00:38:00 GMT

Fruit machines are one of the most addictive forms of gambling, so this decision is deeply worrying. Of all the different types of gambling, it is fruit machines that act as a ?learning device?, where people get hooked on the idea of gambling ...

Jackpots and stakes doubled as gaming industry given boost by ... - Times Online

Sun, 04 Jan 2009 22:44:00 GMT

Gamblers will be able to bet more and win bigger prizes on slot machines in pubs, clubs and amusement arcades after successful lobbying of the Government by the gaming industry. Prizes will double from ?35 to ?70 and the maximum stake will rise ...

$4 Million Bookie Gambling Debt Ends Up In Australia's Court System - Casino Gambling Web

Sun, 04 Jan 2009 02:56:00 GMT

Sydney, Australia has Nick Moraitis, a well known racehorse owner in the territory. Although he is one of the most successful owners, his son has not had as good of fortune as he has. Stephen Moraitis is in the middle of a court case in which a ...

Gambling Addiction Causes $4 Million To Be Stolen By Attorney - Casino Gambling Web

Sat, 03 Jan 2009 20:22:00 GMT

The slot machine sights and sounds may look like a lot of fun, but there are times when the call of those sounds become destructive. This was the case for a former Bergen County attorney. Michael Rumore pleaded guilty on Friday to stealing over $4 ...