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Mexico bill would restrict betting adverts during family television hours

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A bill introduced in Mexico would restrict betting advertisements on free-to-air and pay television to periods outside family viewing hours. The proposal would also require prior approval from the Government Secretariat and responsible-gambling warnings in advertising. It must pass legislative committees, the Chamber of Representatives and the Senate before presidential approval could bring it into force.

Operators would face tighter television advertising limits and prior government approval if the bill becomes law.

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