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VLT change leads to drop in players

6 December 2006

NEWFOUNDLAND and LABRADOR – As reported by the CBC News: "A change to video lottery terminals in Newfoundland and Labrador has led to a small drop in the number of players.

"Atlantic Lottery Corp., acting on a provincial government campaign to curb problem gambling, has removed the 'stop' button on VLT machines so players can't stop a machine from spinning.

"…Renee Ryan, the addictions consultant for the province, says removing the button has slowed down the speed of play.

"…Paula Dyke of Atlantic Lotto said removing the stop button has made no difference to the outcome of a VLT spin…"

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