From Australia-
CROWN casino has responded tartly to Anglican Archbishop Philip Freier's criticism of a responsible gambling forum at the casino.
Casino chaplain Father James Grant, an Anglican, last week defended Crown's record with problem gamblers at the event.
"We are people who believe that it is possible to get something for nothing, that our lives are in the grip of fate rather than our own responsibility. None of this is Crown's doing," Father Grant said.
"Rather I would argue that Crown is actually moving into a framework that is going in exactly the opposite direction."
The comments raised eyebrows in Anglican circles, and Dr Freier said: "The choice of a gambling venue for a high-profile event in Responsible Gambling Awareness Week can easily send a confusing signal.
"From the State Government to community organisations that operate gaming machines to a large venue like Crown casino, it is hard to see how those who profit from gambling have any interest in persuading people away from a reliance on gambling."
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http://www.heraldsun.com.au/news/more-news/casino-hits-back-at-archbishop/story-fn7x8me2-1226068268309
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