Meg Webb decries 'negligent' government, pokies losses still high

Rob Inglis
September 25 2020 - 5:30pm
An independent MLC has criticised the state government for not undertaking assessments of the potential economic and social risks of reopening poker machine venues during the COVID-19 pandemic.
An independent MLC has criticised the state government for not undertaking assessments of the potential economic and social risks of reopening poker machine venues during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Right to Information documents show the state government didn't assess the potential social and economic impact of reopening gaming venues prior to doing so in June, independent Nelson MLC Meg Webb says.

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Rob Inglis

Rob Inglis

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Rob Inglis is a reporter with The Examiner, covering state and federal politics. He is based in Hobart.

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