Industry
May 27, 2025
Delay in Irish Gambling Reforms Draws Criticism Despite Regulator Start
Ireland’s new gambling regulator has begun operations, but its full authority under the Gambling Regulation Act 2024 will not kick in until the middle of next year. This delay puts off major changes to reduce gambling-related harm. Irish Gambling Regulator Launched, Yet Licensing and Addiction Fund Still a Year Away The Gambling Regulatory Authority of […]
Industry
May 9, 2025
Bank of Ireland Introduces Voluntary Card Blocks Amid Rise in Youth Betting
The Bank of Ireland has implemented various debit card gambling blocks in response to the surge in gambling amongst young people in the country. Bank of Ireland Announces New Gambling Blocks According to new data from Bank of Ireland, card spending on gambling by 18 to 25-year-olds increased by 19% between January and March, even […]
Industry
April 4, 2025
Ireland’s Gambling Regulator Signs Landmark Agreement with UKGC
In a significant step toward international regulatory cooperation, the Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland (GRAI) hosted UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) CEO Andrew Rhodes in Dublin on April 2, 2025, for the formal signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the two bodies. This development marks a significant milestone for the new Irish regulator as […]
Industry
March 11, 2025
Ireland Launches First Fully-Funded Gambling Addiction Treatment Program
Last week Ireland started its first fully-funded gambling addiction treatment program which will aid the growing number of persons suffering from gambling addiction. Ireland Unveils Gambling Addiction Treatment Program “Gambling and Gaming Specific Outpatient Programme” is the name of Ireland’s first fully-funded gambling addiction treatment initiative. Supported by the HSE, the program seeks to offer […]
Industry
March 6, 2025
Ireland Sets Up Gambling Regulatory Authority
Ireland’s government has just launched the Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland (GRAI) taking a big step to update the country’s gambling laws. This new independent body started work on March 5 and has the job to supervise and license gambling activities across the country. Ireland Launches GRAI to Overhaul Gambling Laws and Protect Consumers Setting […]
Sports
February 10, 2025
William Hill Sponsors Spring Festivals Trials Day at Naas Racecourse
William Hill, a leading gaming and betting operator in the United Kingdom and Ireland, will sponsor the Spring Festivals Trials Day at Naas Racecourse. The sportsbook reiterated its commitment to Irish racing as the course designated itself as a “notorious nursery of champions.” William Hill Will Add Four Races to Its Sponsorship Portfolio According to […]
Poker
January 31, 2025
Geleziunas Wants Third Consecutive Title at the DPF
The Dublin Poker Festival (DPF) is getting ready for its 10th edition. The event will take place at the Bonnington Hotel, where players from all parts of the world will reunite at the end of next month. Since its inception in 2015, when the Amateur Championship of Poker (ACOP) merged with the European Deepstack Poker […]
Industry
January 3, 2025
Ireland’s New Gambling Act May Limit Ulster GAA’s Fundraising Efforts
Similarly to the UK, Ireland recently initiated an overhaul of its gambling regulations. Back in October, the Dáil passed a landmark bill that aimed at strengthening gambling regulations, addressing key concerns related to problem gambling. The bill also sought to combat illegal gambling and create an independent statutory gambling body. While the Gambling Regulation Act […]
Casino
December 24, 2024
Irish Banks to Introduce Voluntary Gambling Transaction Blocks
Ireland’s gambling regulator is collaborating with leading financial institutions to implement a voluntary block on gambling-related credit and debit card transactions. The move aims to address the proliferation of gambling harm across the nation and should significantly enhance consumer protections, highlighting Ireland’s growing focus on curbing problem gambling. Self-Exclusion Is a Valuable Tool Some banks […]
Industry
December 11, 2024
Ireland’s ASA and GRAI Team up to Ensure Fair Gambling Ads
The Advertising Standards Authority for Ireland (ASA) has unveiled a partnership with the Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland (GRAI). Under the deal, the GRAI, which will be responsible for licensing and regulatory matters concerning the gambling industry, will streamline the process of complaints about gambling ads. ASA and GRAI Want to Ensure Transparent and Fair […]
