Liquor and Gaming NSW launches new compliance inspections

To ensure that gaming-harm minimisation measures are being followed, Liquor and Gaming NSW has launched the second phase of its targeted compliance program.

Phase One has seen more than 875 pubs and clubs inspected over the past seven months, resulting in 77 penalty notices issued for breaches and three prosecutions begun.

Phase Two will involve a further 500 inspections across the Australian state.

“Gaming harm-minimisation measures are designed to ensure a safe gaming industry and limit the harm that can be associated with gambling. Failure to comply with these requirements carries penalties up to $5,500 and is grounds for disciplinary action,” said Liquor & Gaming NSW executive director regulatory operations and enforcement, Jane Lin.

“Our compliance program is all about promoting a culture of safer gambling and protecting patrons and the wider community from problems associated with excessive gambling.”

“Our inspectors will also be observing any gaming signage during the course of these inspections and will be happy to provide information and answer any questions venue operators may have about the signage ban which comes into force on September 1.”