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Casino gambling is not the silver bullet or magical solution that will solve the world's problems. But the Jamaican government views it as a solution to an economic problem that the country has encountered. Indeed, the government is said to be contemplating plugging the deep hole in the budget with the introduction of casino gaming. In an Editorial on its website on April 24, 2009, The Jamaica Observer does not endorse the plan but discusses it level heatedly. It goes on to say: "However, we are convinced of its potential to substantially increase earnings to our economy which is going to need every help it can get to ride out this recession." Its concern it seems is a legitimate one: having to set up the right social infrastructure before doing so. Potential side effects are listed - corruption, crime, fraternal delinquency, homicide. The solution too is mentioned - an extensive public education campaign, funded, in part, by casino tax income. Monopolies are suspect, and so the JO suggests licensing several operators in the various tourist resorts. Morals too are nice, but a discussion should focus on practical problems and ways to solve them.
The Jamaican parliament will begin debating a proposal Tuesday to introduce casinos to fight back against the global financial crisis, news agencies have reported. Prime Minister Bruce Golding said last week that two investors - Tavistock Group and Palmyra Resort & Spa - have already expressed interest in building casinos in Montego Bay and Trelawny. He said companies interested in obtaining a local gambling license must be prepared to invest at least $1.5 billion and commit to a new hotel with at least 2,000 rooms. Golding said his government was not prepared to wait for the economic problems to pass over before starting to "clean up the place and get busy work," the Jamaica Observer quoted him as saying. "The global crisis has both a beginning and an end and Jamaica must be ready that once it has blown over, it is ready to go," he said. The government gave partial approval to gambling in April 2008, paving the way for resorts to obtain special licenses for casinos and gaming lounges filled with slot machines and other games. The Caribbean island nation has been hit hard by the global financial crisis, with its government appealing last week for urgent international financial assistance, according to Jamaican media.
Gtech has released a new mobile feature for Supreme Ventures Lottery (SVL) players in Jamaica to place and collect wagers using their land or cell phone lines; all without visiting an authorized lottery agent in person. Players in Jamaica who play the national Lotto, Pick 3 or Cash Pot, now have wider freedoms in their personal transactions under Gtech's GO PLAY brand and their registered specific phone number. Alan Eland, the Senior Vice President of Gtech Americas, says that "With the security and reliability of our ES Connect system, buying a lottery ticket in Jamaica is now as easy as making a phone call." How does it work? After calling a toll free number, lottery players can place bets, add money or check their balance in their account. If a number combination is winning, they will be notified via SMS/text message and any winnings up to $3,488 will automatically be deposited into their account. Any amount over that limit must be claimed at a SVL Regional Retail or Prize Payment Center. Since 2001, mobile phone use in Jamaica has increased and with GTech's new technology, Jamaican's who previously may have not bought a lottery ticket will now gain access like never before.
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Jamaicans who have been wondering when it was their turn for mega-jackpots, such as the United States Powerball or Europe's EuroMillions, have had their questions and prayers answered in the form of the new Super Lotto, launched at the beginning of September 2009. What does this mean for me?Played simultaneously in 8 different countries at the same time, Super Lotto takes the individual lotteries of each country and combines them into one, which for Jamaicans means that the jackpot starts at US$2 million or J$180million! There are two weekly drawings, on Tuesday and Friday. Players choose five numbers from 1-35 as well as a Super Ball number, also from 1-35 for a total of six numbers. Prizes may only be claimed in the country of purchase. The participating countries are in no particular order; Dominican Republic, Barbados, Anguilla, Antigua and Barbuda, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Ma'arten, the US Virgin Islands, and of course, Jamaica. Safe and SecureSuper Lotto, in Jamaica at least, is operated by listed gaming firm Supreme Venture Limited (SVL) which uses the GTECH technology platform. SVL falls under the jurisdiction of the Jamaica Betting Gaming and Lotteries Commission (BGLC). They have been involved with their research and are satisfied that SVL has met all security and tax issues as well as having the ability to pay the full amount of prizes when won. So players, pick your numbers and get ready to see the jackpot rise as Super Lotto gains momentum - you'll be sorry if you don't!
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Brian George has a formidable task ahead of him. Steering SVL (Supreme Ventures Limited) is not an easy task, but as president of the company, he is up to the task. Big money to roll in SVL is expected to rake in between $50 and $100 million a year from bets placed on winners. But they are not out of the blocks just yet as they are anticipating a limited roll-out for November 2009. The reason they are waiting before they spread their wings is the pending amendment to the Betting, Gaming and Lotteries Act. Once the rules are in place, the gambling operations will start in earnest. Government cashing in too The Jamaican government realizes there is much money to be made so they are levying a low 9% gross profit on sports betting, as opposed to the former 16.5%. Supreme Ventures Limited (SVL) has long eyed the sports betting market. They have already acquired Big A Track 2003 Ltd which is another licensed Jamaican company. SVL is anticipating that wagers will range from a low of $50 to a maximum of $50,000. The Supreme Ventures Group of which SVL is a member, was established 4 years ago. The company initially operated solely as a lottery company for three years. What games are they covering? SVL doesn't want to confuse bettors with fancy rules and games they don't understand - at least not initially. So they are limiting their operations to include NBA Basketball, Football, Track and Field and Cricket. SVL acquired 100% of the shareholdings in the Jamaica Lottery Company in December of 2003. This allowed SVL to gain a better foothold in the gaming industry.
Come Saturday November 14th at Caymanas Park in St. Catherine, the action is going to explode out of the gates. It's the $18-million punters dream-come-true racing bonanza in Jamaica. The contest is going to showcase 12 fantastic races, and already the event is packing in the crowds. Pure Horse-power hotting up The day before the event - Friday November 13th will be the prelude to the two-day meet. Big name horses and jockeys will be bidding for the winner's mantle. Friday November 13th sees the Legends Race taking place - a lucky omen for some perhaps? Saturday expects a full-house turnout Proceedings kick off with the Grade-One Blanca Nieves Super Stakes. These feature a $6 million purse over 10-furlongs. Naturally fans and punters alike will be eagerly waiting for this massive event. The sponsors of the day will be Amalgamated Distributors Limited (ADL). Leading jockeys and horses Among the many top riders schedule to take part include: The current Super Stakes championAd Infinitum ridden by Brian Harding The Derby winner He's Really OKridden by Paul Francis A hot favourite is Regal Selection And the 1000 Guineas and Oaks filly - Saint Cecelia will be ridden by Shane Ellis The latter filly and her jockey have been gunning for the Super Stakes Event and a win is not out of the question. Both her trainer and her mount are confident that with her pace and fine form, she is going to be hard to beat. Broadcasting of the major sporting event will be televised by Jamaica Sports Networks, starting with the Friday meet and following through the major event on Saturday November 14th.
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