Nsw Gambling Regulator

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Liquor and Gaming boss explains why Crown casino opening blocked

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The NSW gambling regulator has blocked Crown Resorts from opening its new $2.2 billion Sydney casino next month after a stunning 11th hour admission that criminals probably laundered dirty cash. The NSW Government shut down period will occur from Friday 25 December 2020 to Friday 8 January 2021. During this time contact with the Resources Regulator will be limited. Critical compliance and enforcement activities will still be undertaken during this period and safety incidents should continue to be reported by calling 1300 814 609 or via.

The NSW gambling regulator has blocked Crown Resorts from opening its new Barangaroo casino next month.

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Liquor and Gaming NSW is accountable for the development, implementation and integrity of the overall regulatory framework across alcohol, licenced clubs, charitable fundraising and gambling activities in NSW. Casino regulation in NSW The Casino Control Act 1992 regulates the operation of casinos in NSW.

An inquiry into allegations of money laundering at Crown won’t be released until next year, but the Independent Liquor and Gaming Authority said the risk would be too great to allow the casino to open.

Independent Liquor and Gaming Authority Chairman Philip Crawford told Ben Fordham they’re “not comfortable” allowing the casino to open until the decision from the inquiry is handed down.

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“We have suggested to Crown they can open the other facilities they have there.”

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