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In this episode, Niall opens the phone lines to discuss the news that Paddy Power is closing many of its high street betting shops, as the rise of online gambling apps continues to dominate.
With Ireland now spending a staggering €9 billion a year on gambling, Niall dives into the deeper issue — are we facing a national addiction crisis? He asks listeners:
👉 Has online betting gone too far?
👉 Should the government ban or restrict online gambling that’s tearing families and communities apart?
👉 And what happens to the workers and punters left behind as the bookies disappear from our towns?
Expect passionate callers, strong opinions, and an honest conversation about one of Ireland’s most pressing social issues — the quiet but devastating scourge of gambling in the digital age.
By Niall Boylan5
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In this episode, Niall opens the phone lines to discuss the news that Paddy Power is closing many of its high street betting shops, as the rise of online gambling apps continues to dominate.
With Ireland now spending a staggering €9 billion a year on gambling, Niall dives into the deeper issue — are we facing a national addiction crisis? He asks listeners:
👉 Has online betting gone too far?
👉 Should the government ban or restrict online gambling that’s tearing families and communities apart?
👉 And what happens to the workers and punters left behind as the bookies disappear from our towns?
Expect passionate callers, strong opinions, and an honest conversation about one of Ireland’s most pressing social issues — the quiet but devastating scourge of gambling in the digital age.

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