The Japanese government has decided to allow families of gambling addicts to restrict their kin from using public gambling facilities and online betting. The move comes as Japan prepares to legalize casinos.
The Japanese government has decided to allow families of gambling addicts to restrict their kin from using public gambling facilities and online betting. The move comes as Japan prepares to legalize casinos.
Senior officials from ministries concerned agreed on the measure at a recent meeting to curb gambling addiction.
Deputy Chief Cabinet Secretary Kazuhiro Sugita spoke about families affected by relatives who are diagnosed with gambling disorders or struggling with symptoms. He said gambling facilities should not allow such people to use their services.
