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Manaus council approves proposal for week addressing gambling harm

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Manaus city council approved a bill in its second reading to establish a municipal week addressing betting and gambling harm, according to reports. The proposal, put forward by councillor Raiff Matos and backed by 15 other councillors, now goes to Mayor David Almeida for approval. It envisages educational activities, talks and debates focused on prevention and public guidance.

Operators in Manaus may face increased public attention to measures addressing harm from online betting.

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