Dutch coalition proposes gambling ad ban and fewer online licences
The Dutch coalition parties D66, CDA and VVD published their 2026–2030 agreement on 30 January 2026, proposing a full advertising ban for online gambling and a review of whether to limit online gambling licences. The agreement also proposes stronger duty-of-care requirements and tougher action against illegal gambling sites; it does not specify how the measures would be implemented.
The proposals could change advertising, licence availability and compliance requirements for Dutch online gambling operators.