is responsible for overseeing the cashless gaming trials

and recommending the implementation of

new gambling reforms within the state. The Minns Labor Government made a promise to create an authority body

which consists of people of various professions, including law enforcement officers, experts from the fields of gambling and health, as well as various academics.The chairman of the body will be Michael Fogo, and the whole panel will consist of 16 members in total

. The panel can ask for assistance from experts outside the organization, such as NSW Information and Privacy and AUSTRAC. The panel will be in charge of everything related to the cashless gaming trial in electronic gaming machines in the state, and the participants will be required to fulfill some requirements. After the trial, the panel will be obligated to report it to the government, along with suggestions and

new ideas for improvement.One of the discussion points will be incorporating cashless gaming in hotels and clubs. The panel will advise the government on the roadmap to the new laws that are planned to be introduced to gamers by November 2024

.

Some of the points of discussion when it comes to reforms include a $100 million harm minimization fund, incorporating the self-exclusion register, which incorporates the advanced facial register, milestones for future gaming reforms, as well as various standards for protecting the privacy of the gamblers.The NSW Government will also double-check the ClubGRANTS Scheme

, which hasn’t been reviewed for ten years. Already implemented measures:The Government has already taken a number of measures to reduce harm and criminal activities in Australian clubs and pubs

. The reforms include the ban of external signs in gaming rooms and the reduction of the cap

on poker machine entitlements. Chris Minns, Premier of New South Wales

said: We know that problem gambling can have a negative impact on families. I want to ensure we eliminate criminal activity from clubs. This panel is a crucial next step.”David Harri, Minister of Gaming and Racing added: “We took the time to bring the right people together to ensure that we get the best trial possible to protect consumers and give confidence to cashless gaming. Michael Foggo, the independent panel, and their main purpose is to advise on technology, infrastructure and cost, as well as the impact on industry, employment and the gambling industry. “I look forward to expert input from the panel as we continue our commitment to gambling Reform.”