Much has been stated in the papers not long ago about the bingo industry being hit as a result of the anti smoking law in Britain. Conditions have grown so poor that in Scotland the Bingo industry has asked for massive tax breaks to help keep the industry alive. But will the online version of this quintessential game provide a salvation, or will it in no way compare to its bricks and mortar relative?
Bingo has been an ancient game historically played by the "blue rinse" generation. For all that the game lately had witnessed a recent resurgence in appeal with younger members of society opting to go to the bingo halls instead of the clubs on a Friday night. All this is about to be reversed with the enforcement of the smoking ban all over United Kingdom.
No longer will enthusiasts be permitted to puff on cigarettes at the same time dabbing numbers. Beginning in the summer of ‘07 every public location will no longer be permitted to allow smoking in their locations and this includes Bingo halls, which are possibly the most popular locations where people enjoy smoking.
The results of the anti cigarette law can already be felt in Scotland where smoking is already barred in the bingo parlours. Profits have plummeted and the industry is beyond a doubt fighting for to stay alive. But where did all the players go? Of course they have not cast aside this enduring game?
The answer is on the internet. Gamblers realize that they can enjoy bingo using their computer whilst enjoying a drink and cigarette and still have a chance at huge jackpots. This is a recent anomaly and has timed itself bordering on perfect with the anti cigarette law.
Of course wagering on online is unlikely to replace the communal portion of going down to the bingo parlour, but for a demographic of players the rules have left a lot of bingo players with no option.
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