WHO calls RG measures ‘ineffective’ and urges gambling ad ban
In its latest fact sheet on gambling, the WHO underlined the need for comprehensive and population-wide interventions to prevent and reduce gambling harms. It described banning advertising, sponsorship, and promotions as a necessary first step in tackling the problem. The organisation also advocated for stronger regulatory measures, including universal registration systems requiring binding loss limits and stricter controls on gambling products and availability. The WHO highlighted the prevalence of gambling disorders, which affect an estimated 1.2% of the world’s adult population,...