Neil Mitchell is “not convinced” the state government’s sweeping poker machine reforms are appropriate.

The 3AW Mornings host says pokies are “dreadful things” but he thinks the reform — which includes mandatory closing hours and smaller spend limits —  has “a bit of the nanny state” about it and there’s a notable difference that separates them from laws on tobacco or alcohol.

Press PLAY below to hear why Neil Mitchell isn’t convinced the reform is the right move

“Do we have the right to stop people being stupid if they’re not harming anybody else?,” the 3AW Mornings host questioned.