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GRAI Publishes 2025-2027 Strategy Statement

The HALLO ECHO

Reading Time: 2 minutes The Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland (GRAI) has published its Statement of Strategy for 2025 to 2027, setting out its strategic priorities over the next three years as it establishes a robust regulatory and licensing regime for the gambling sector and delivers on its public protection mandate. Established on a statutory…

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IBCB Launches Common Commitment of Care on Problem Gambling

The HALLO ECHO

Reading Time: 2 minutes   The Irish Banking Culture Board (IBCB), together with its member banks AIB, Bank of Ireland and PTSB, launched the Common Commitment of Care for Problem Gambling. The initiative aims to provide consistent and compassionate support to customers affected by problem gambling, reinforcing the banking sector’s role in tackling this important…

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GRAI: Join the Ongoing Public Consultation

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Reading Time: 2 minutes   The GRAI would like to hear the views of stakeholders, including operators and the public on the proposed regulations concerning licensing which will be commenced on a phased basis. Consultation Published: Monday 7th April 2025 Submission period closes: 5pm on 5th May 2025 About us We are the Gambling Regulatory…

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Our UKGC consultation response: Failing to protect the vulnerable should not be the White Paper’s legacy

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Reading Time: 3 minutes   The dust has settled and the process is complete. The consultation on the proposed changes outlined in the UK Gambling White Paper is closed so now we just have to wait and see. Whilst we do so, we thought that in the spirit of transparency, we would share our own…

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Comments on the Gambling Commission from Lord David Lipsey

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Reading Time: 4 minutes   Gambling Commission Consultation Memorandum from Lord David Lipsey (pictured), Chair for Premier Greyhound Racing “Much public criticism has been levied at the Gambling Commission’s proposals on affordability; including by me. However, most of this concentrates on the possible effects of the proposals on horse racing. “Practically nothing has been said…

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BetDEX Announces New Licensing and Regulation in Ireland

The HALLO ECHO

  BetDEX Labs Inc. (BetDEX) announced that the BetDEX Exchange has received a remote betting intermediary license in Ireland. The license, effective as of July 1, fully approves the BetDEX Exchange to offer all forms of online sports betting in Ireland and establishes a presence in the European Union as the Exchange continues to expand…

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