The Philippine Department of Finance has called for the introduction of health warnings to tackle the problem of online gambling addiction.
During a hearing of the House Committee on Games and Amusements, Department of Finance Director Ma. Karla Espinosa said that while online gambling brings some economic benefits, these have to be balanced by strong safeguards to minimize social harm.
Among the Department of Finance’s proposed measures are graphic warning signs showing the addictive nature and negative impacts of gambling, stricter age verification, limits on betting frequency, and the creation of a rehabilitation fund for affected players.
Espinosa also called for the adoption of casino-style exclusion policies and a ban on government officials’ involvement in gaming.
