Petition · past parliament

Ban gambling adverts on TV, Radio and social media before 9pm

Closed 225 signatures

What the petition asks

Gambling advertising is everywhere, often endorsed by celebrities, and with catchy theme tunes. These adverts glamourise and normalise gambling to the young and vulnerable.
Gambling is restricted to adults, and should not be advertised before the 9pm watershed.

I myself suffered a gambling addiction. This cost me more than money. I lost friends, self-esteem, self-worth, confidence. I even suffered with mental health issues.

Too many people suffer gambling addiction, which can lead to tragic consequences.

Gambling should not be allowed to be advertised on TV, radio or social media before 9pm.

Timeline

9 Feb 2022 Petition opened for signatures
9 Aug 2022 Closed to new signatures

Key facts

Signatures 225
Status Closed
Opened 9 Feb 2022
Closed 9 Aug 2022

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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.