Vulnerable punters must be protected, says Flutter director

Not enough is being done to address problem online gambling, newcomer Flint warns: Governments could impose severe restrictions

Richard Flint

The betting industry’s response to problem gambling has been minimal and superficial for the most part, a new director at Flutter has told The Sunday Business Post.

Richard Flint was announced as a non-executive director of the group following the Paddy Power Betfair owner’s merger this month with Canadian online gaming giant The Stars Group (TSG).

“If we’re honest, parts of the industry, maybe the majority of the industry, have done the minimum ...