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Finland’s committee recommends tighter gambling advertising rules in bill review

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Finland’s Parliament Administration Committee has returned the Gambling Bill with recommendations, including giving the Interior Ministry authority to decide what counts as acceptable marketing. The Greens and Left Alliance are seeking health warnings and bans on gambling advertising on television, radio, sports and public events, as well as a prohibition on bonuses; the proposed market is planned to open in 2027.

The proposed restrictions and marketing rules could affect operators’ plans for Finland’s planned 2027 licensed market.

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