By SectorWire desk · · Updated
CeJuego cited Spain’s health ministry data at its forum. The ministry’s 2025 behavioural-addictions report put possible problem gambling at 2% of the population in 2018 and 1% in 2024. Possible gambling disorder fell from 0.5% to 0.4% over the same period.
The figures distinguish possible problem gambling from possible gambling disorder in Spain’s policy debate.
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CEJUEGO’s proposals seek consistent regulatory treatment for public and private operators and assessment of existing restrictions before further rules.
The measure may affect access to regulated self-exclusion and remove a funding source for gambling-related prevention and treatment.
The Health Ministry gains explicit problem gambling responsibilities covering prevention, training, research and care without additional restrictions on gambling businesses.
Authorised operators would pay a monthly revenue levy to fund public mental health services addressing gambling disorders.
The campaign provides prevention information and routes to support for betting-related harm.