Star Entertainment is requesting the green light to keep its gaming operations going

The findings of the Bell report indicated that Star Casino in Sydney Casino is not fit to continue its gambling permit. It specified that Star Casino had transgressed responsible gambling protocols and anti-laundering standards, leading to its unsuitability to sustain the New South Wales jurisdiction license.

Acknowledging this, The Star Sydney admits to serious breaches regarding the illicit use of China UnionPay cards by visitors from China for gambling. The Star indicates corrective measures have already been initiated to deter such errors in future. These measures encompass an intensified focus on risk management, compliance, and security enhancements, advancements in surveillance technology, and shutting down VIP junkets alongside the Marquee club. Investigative scrutiny was partly sparked by these junkets ferrying Chinese patrons to Australian casinos, with most indulging in high-stakes play. Baccarat .

In addition to that, a recovery proposal is outlined to prove their capability to responsibly hold a casino permit moving forward, explained SEO Ben Heap concerning the Bell report: 'We are committed to doing what it takes, alongside NICC, to regain the Star Sydney's license suitability.'

Furthermore, the company requests the Gambling Commission to subject Star to increased oversight: 'We propose NICC permits Star Entertainment Group to operate under stringent supervision and accountability for achieving Remediation Plan benchmarks. Meeting these milestones should reassure NICC of Star Entertainment Group's restored suitability.'

Star is ready to embrace superior industry norms to sustain their casino permit: 'We pledge to enhance our operational practices befitting a prominent entertainment conglomerate like Star. Star Entertainment Group acknowledges the depth of transformation needed and the dedication required to implement the Report's findings and our foundational issues.'