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Opinion: Deposit system must not become a gambling game
Judith Noijen, Ruth van Holst, and Tony van Rooij argue that linking the deposit return system to a lottery creates an unwanted incentive for gambling. They warn that this practice normalizes betting among children and young people who visit supermarkets and stations daily. The experts contend that recycling should be connected to certainty rather than gambling risks, citing conflicts with government agendas aimed at preventing gambling harm. They suggest alternative measures, such as improving machine reliability and ensuring straightforward refunds, instead of using deposits as lottery tickets.
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