Gambling Regulation Act 2024

In short

This law, the Gambling Regulation Act 2024, establishes a new regulatory body, the Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland, to oversee and control gambling activities. It sets out rules for who can offer gambling, how it must be done, and aims to protect people from harm.

What it regulates

• The establishment and functions of the Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland.
• The types of gambling activities that require a licence and those that are exempt.
• The creation of a National Gambling Exclusion Register and a Social Impact Fund.
• Prohibitions and offences related to gambling activities, including cheating.

Who it concerns

• Anyone providing betting activity, games, or lotteries.
• Individuals and organisations applying for gambling licences, including those for charitable purposes.
• Customers of gambling services, particularly regarding self-exclusion.

Key points

• A Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland is established to regulate gambling.
• A National Gambling Exclusion Register will be created, allowing individuals to exclude themselves from gambling.
• A Social Impact Fund will be established to address the social impact of gambling.
• It is an offence to provide betting activity, a game, or a lottery without a proper licence.