Is Albanese pressuring Labor to keep quiet on gambling?

<p>A letter to Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has reopened the fight over gambling reform.&nbsp;</p> <p>Independent MP Andrew Wilkie is calling for a free vote in parliament on a ban on gambling advertising, saying it has significant support across the chamber.</p> <p>Inside Labor, many MPs say they want change &ndash; but are too afraid to speak publicly.&nbsp;</p> <p>It follows a Four Corners investigation that showed how online betting is harming Australians &ndash; and how the systems meant to protect them are failing.</p> <p>The government says it is acting, but two-and-a-half years on from a cross-party inquiry led by the late Peta Murphy, it has yet to implement any of its recommendations.</p> <p>Today, ABC investigative reporter Steve Cannane on what his Four Corners reporting uncovered, and how Labor MPs are being kept quiet.&nbsp;</p> <p><br />If you enjoy <em>7am</em>, the best way you can support us is by making a contribution at 7ampodcast.com.au/support.<br /><br /></p> <p><strong>Socials:</strong><strong> </strong>Stay in touch with us on <a href="http://www.instagram.com/7ampodcast">Instagram</a></p> <p><strong>Guest:</strong> ABC Investigative reporter, Steve Cannane</p> <p><strong>Photo:&nbsp;</strong>AAP Image/Bianca De Marchi</p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>