The government has admitted to delaying reform aimed at regulating gambling advertising—a move that independent critic David Pocock has sharply decried as ‘gutless.’ While he expresses cautious support for a social media ban in principle, Pocock argues that the current proposals appear to be hastily crafted, emphasizing the need for a more integrated, ecosystem-focused strategy to tackle these related challenges.
i have found that policy reform often suffers when rushed into action. the recent proposals, as highlighted by david pocock, seem to have been formulated in haste without properly integrating the various issues at stake. in my experience, such an approach renders any measures only partially effective, leaving critical gaps especially in areas like social media regulation and housing. a more thoughtful, system-level plan could better address these concerns. it’s essential for proposed reforms to be developed with clear, long-term objectives, rather than merely acting on immediate pressures.