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Andalusia reports 18% growth in gaming halls since 2019

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Andalusia’s director general for gaming, Cristóbal Lara, reported 978 operating gaming halls in the region at the ExpoCongreso Luis Escribano. He said hall numbers had risen 18% since 2019, while access positions increased 37%; the region also has nearly 36,000 gaming machines. Lara said the Junta plans to simplify administrative procedures and continue developing online services.

The reported growth and planned procedural changes affect venue operators and the region’s land-based gaming oversight.

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