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Dutch government proposes online gambling advertising and bonus ban

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The Dutch government proposed banning online gambling advertising and bonuses on 12 June, alongside central deposit limits, stronger affordability checks and expanded measures against illegal operators. Justice and Security State Secretary Claudia van Bruggen said the package would require legislation; the government is also examining a possible cap on the number of licences.

Licensed operators could face restrictions on advertising, inducements and deposits if the proposed legislation takes effect.

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Dutch cabinet examines gambling supply and harm protections in Caribbean Netherlands

The Dutch cabinet will examine how to strengthen protection from gambling harm in Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba. State secretary Claudia van Bruggen told the House of Representatives she would report on the approach to gambling harm in early 2027; findings on gambling supply are expected in March 2027.

The Dutch cabinet will examine how protection against gambling harm can be strengthened on Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba. State secretary Claudia van Bruggen told the House of Representatives that she will return to the approach to gambling harm in the Caribbean Netherlands in early 2027. The gambling supply on the islands will also be examined further. The results of that examination are expected in March 2027.

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