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Greek government plans tougher measures against illegal gambling

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Greece’s government is preparing legislation to strengthen action against illegal gambling, reportedly with a draft expected in the first half of 2026. Minister Kyriakos Pierrakakis said illegal gambling costs the state about €1.6bn annually; proposed measures include heavier fines, possible prison terms for illegal operators and expanded Hellenic Gaming Commission powers.

The proposed rules could increase enforcement exposure for illegal operators and extend penalties to repeat participants.

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Greece's EEEP to recruit 40 enforcement staff in illegal gambling drive

Reportedly, Greece's Hellenic Gaming Commission (EEEP) will begin hiring 40 staff for an expanded Inspection and Enforcement division. The recruitment follows June legislation that paved the way to expand the regulator's permanent staff from 80 to 110, with tougher penalties for illegal operators.

Greece's Hellenic Gaming Commission (EEEP) has secured funding to begin hiring 40 staff for an expanded Inspection and Enforcement division. The recruitment follows legislation passed in June that allows the regulator's permanent staff to rise from 80 to 110, with new posts in enforcement, IT and cybersecurity, and market surveillance and intelligence. Applications will be open to permanent public sector employees, staff from eligible public bodies and private-sector IT firms.

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