Australia news live: Pocock says Albanese has ‘buckled to the gambling lobby’ as PM defends reforms

Australia's government introduced gambling reforms aimed at curbing problem gambling. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese defended the legislation yesterday, saying it achieves the right balance between regulating problem gambling and not banning casual betting. Critics say it doesn't go far enough. Independent Senator David Pocock accused the government of capitulating to the gambling lobby, and opposition Liberals argue the measures are insufficient. According to The Guardian, a Senate inquiry into the bill is now planned—standard parliamentary procedure.

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