Queensland's casino regulator and its actions should be scrutinised by the state's inquiry into the Star Entertainment Group, industry insiders say, as the commission prepares to release its final report. P_McCutch michaelatkin abc730
There are calls for the state's casino regulator, the Office of Gaming and Liquor Regulation, to also be scrutinised
"The commissioner doesn't have the power to call for evidence," said Tim Nicholls, Queensland's shadow attorney-general. That sentiment was echoed by Ben Lee, a casino consultant in Macau who has worked in the Australian industry. Mr Lee believes not putting the regulator's actions under detailed scrutiny could mean potential flaws in the system go unaddressed.
"That's why suitability investigations are being undertaken and the independent external review is being conducted, including to provide advice regarding the suitability investigation."Star was asked about gifts it provided to a suspicious high roller, including tickets to a concert by the Village People to encourage him to try his luck on the Gold Coast.
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