The Guardian already has a ban on adverts from fossil fuel companies, which has been place since 2020. Lottery advertising has been excluded from the ban, with a spokesperson for the Guardian saying it could have social benefits through raising money for good causes and typically involved “non-instantaneous draws”. It will apply worldwide to all of the company’s online and print outlets, including the Guardian, Observer, and Guardian Weekly. The ban covers all forms of gambling advertising, including promotions for sports betting, online casinos and scratchcards. “Ultimately, we believe that our primary obligation is to do the right thing for our readers, which is why we’ve decided that there are other ways to generate revenue,” she said. Studies highlight a clear correlation between exposure to gambling advertising and increased intentions to engage in regular gambling.”īateson said a particular concern was how bookmakers used targeted online adverts to lure back individual gamblers. She said: “Guardian journalists have reported on the devastating impact of the gambling industry in the UK and Australia, helping to shift the dial and ensure the issue remains high on the public agenda.

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