A gambling ad ban proposed in Ireland’s Gambling Regulation Bill 2022 has survived the first stage of the amendments process in the Oireachtas, Ireland’s national parliament.

The Gambling Regulation Bill was first approved in November 2022. The newest version of the bill, published 12 July, included a number of amendments. These amendments were made in the Select Committee on Justice.

But the controversial proposed ban on gambling ads across the country remained in full. This is despite opposition from industry bodies and broadcasters, particularly in the racing sector.

The bill proposes a watershed ban on gambling advertising for radio and television between 5:30am and 9:00pm.