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Belgium brings gambling-law amendments into force on 5 February

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Source: Kansspelcommissie (Belgium)

Belgium brought Chapter 13 of its Act of 18 January 2024 into force on 5 February, changing parts of the Gambling Act. Media games that form a complete game programme are prohibited, while specified regulatory provisions, including rules on deposits, self-exclusion and betting registration, may now attract criminal sanctions.

Operators and additional licence holders face criminal sanctions for breaches of specified gambling rules.

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