Social gambling such as mahjong and poker at home is legalised in Singapore; new laws take effect from Monday (Aug 1)

Under the Gambling Control Act, it is legal for family and friends to take part in physical social gambling. - File photo from The Star/ANN

SINGAPORE, July 31 (The Straits Times/ANN): Social gambling in the form of playing mahjong and poker with family and friends at homes in Singapore will be legalised from Monday (Aug 1).

While not currently illegal, social gambling is not clearly defined in current laws. The new laws will set clear parameters for what is acceptable.