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The long-awaited Gambling Regulation Bill 2022 has finally passed through the Irish parliamentary process! The Bill will establish a comprehensive new regulatory framework for gambling in Ireland. While there will be a lead time for the new regulatory regime to become operational, businesses will need to start preparing now. Read our update where we cover some of the final changes and outline next steps: https://lnkd.in/eHmUUtza   Key provisions include: 🆕 New B2B and B2C licensing requirements 🚫 Advertising restrictions 🏛️ The creation of a new independent regulator, the Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland with robust powers to monitor compliance and take enforcement in appropriate cases   #ALG #GamblingRegulation 

🏇 6 minsters and 17 years later, the Gambling Regulation Bill has cleared the Houses of the Oireachtas and will soon be enacted. This landmark legislation introduces a raft of new rules concerning advertising, sponsorship, problem gambling and protecting children, and establishes a new watchdog for the industry. (It even introduces new data protection obligations.) For a rundown of the key changes and who will be impacted by the Bill once it is enacted, check out the link.

The Irish Gambling Regulation Bill passed the final stage in the legislative process yesterday. These new gambling laws will introduce significant transformation and a change in risk profile for companies doing business in Ireland. In this article, we set out the six things you should know about the Gambling Regulation Act 2024. Click here to read more: https://lnkd.in/e9XSKgRD #TwoBirds #Gambling #Regulation

Some major news coming out of Europe, Ireland’s landmark Gambling Regulation Bill is set to come into force! On 17th October, the long-awaited Gambling Regulation Bill passed in both of Ireland’s Houses of the Oireachtas, becoming the latest European market to introduce a major piece of gambling regulation. 🔒 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬: Whilst the Bill has yet to be signed into law, once implemented, the new regulations will restrict gambling advertising from 5:30am to 9:00pm.  💡𝐒𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐅𝐮𝐧𝐝: The Bill will also establish the creation of a social impact fund to support awareness-raising and education measures around gambling, as well as treatment activities for those with gambling problems. 🎯𝐆𝐚𝐦𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐀𝐮𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲: Furthermore, the Bill establishes the Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland, which will oversee the licensing and regulation of the betting industry. 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐥& 𝐍𝐞𝐱𝐭 𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐩𝐬 Ireland’s Department of Justice Minister James Browne commented on the legislation “At its core, this legislation is a public-health measure aimed at protecting our citizens from gambling harm, including younger people and those more vulnerable in our communities”. The Bill will be reviewed by President Michael D Higgins before it is signed into law ✍️ An example of the increasing implementation of gambling regulations, we are likely to see further legislation like this implemented in nations in Europe and beyond 🌐 #IrelandGambling #IrelandRegulations #EnergameExpertise

Isabelle Falque-Pierrotin (French Online Gambling Regulatory Authority) published a foreword in #Concurrences 1-2024 titled “The regulation of gambling and betting: Balancing the sectors in the face of competition and innovation”. Read more here: https://shorturl.at/EIMR7 The article examines that the gambling market is unique in creating negative public health externalities; however, these specific features and the constrained regulatory framework have not prevented the French market from developing vigorously. #autoritenationaledesjeux #gamblingmarket #gamblingregulation #concurrence #droitdelaconcurrence #competitionlaw#antitrustlaw #Europeanlaw

Licensees are reminded that from 1 July 2024, quarterly regulatory returns will come into force for all types of operating licences. The Gambling Commission has published further information on these changes ahead of its update to the LCCP on 1 July 2024, which Christopher Biggs highlights in our latest blog. #LCCP #regulatoryreturns #gamblingcompliance https://lnkd.in/efb3nFCt

The Danish Parliament has adopted significant amendments to the Act on Gambling aimed at bolstering the regulatory powers and effectiveness of the Danish Gambling Authority (DGA). The changes, effective from 1 July 2024, mark a substantial shift in the authority’s ability to combat illegal activities and enhance transparency within the gambling sector. The DGA now possesses improved sanction options, including the authority to issue orders and sanctions directly. Previously, the DGA could only warn license holders or refer cases to the police. If a license holder breaches the gambling legislation under the new regulations, the DGA can issue an order or a sanction. Failure to comply could result in police involvement or license revocation. Read the full story ➡ https://lnkd.in/dyQNzJvm #europe #denmark #gambling #gamblingnews #regulation

Obtaining an online betting license in Cyprus requires compliance with the regulations set forth by the National Betting Authority (NBA), the regulatory body responsible for overseeing gambling activities in the country. It's essential to engage legal and regulatory experts with experience in the Cypriot gambling industry to navigate the licensing process successfully. Additionally, the specific requirements and regulations may evolve over time, so it's important to stay updated on any changes to ensure ongoing compliance with the law. #CypriotGamblingIndustry #LegalExperts #RegulatoryCompliance #GamblingLicensing #IndustryUpdates #StayCompliant #ExpertAdvisory #betconsultantcy

Changes to the frequency of Gambling Commission Regulatory Returns came into force yesterday 📰 All operators are required to submit quarterly regulatory returns to ensure harmonisation across the industry. Read the full article here 👉 https://bit.ly/4bsfvZd #licensing #gambling #law #solicitors

The Gambling Regulation Bill 2022 ("the Bill") passed through both Houses of the Oireachtas last week which marks a significant step towards creating a safer gambling environment in Ireland. In our latest article, Barry Fagan and Sinéad Cussen from our Public and Regulatory team delve deeper into the implications of this new bill and what it means for the future of gambling regulation in Ireland. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/et6gamPp #GamblingRegulation #Regulatorylaw #SaferGambling #RegulatoryUpdates