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Dutch charity platform calls for lotteries to be distinguished from online gambling

Regulation

Het Goede Doelen Platform said Dutch lotteries are sometimes affected by measures intended for online gambling, according to comments by its representatives. The platform cited a telemarketing restriction proposed in the Energy Act that was later amended to exempt lotteries; it also warned that a gambling-tax increase could put charitable contributions under pressure.

Changes to gambling and telemarketing rules may affect lottery proceeds distributed to charities.

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