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“National shame”: Andrew Wilkie on the government’s gambling reforms
Episode 2021
Published 2 weeks, 3 days ago
Description
For more than a decade, Independent MP Andrew Wilkie has been talking about gambling addiction.
His advocacy means he’s become a lightning rod for people to share their stories.
Now, as the government this week passed legislation aimed at reducing gambling harms, Wilkie is among an angry group of dissenters who say the bill is a “national shame”.
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Guest: Independent MP Andrew Wilkie
Photo: AAP Image/Mick Tsikas
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