Italian government approves autonomy framework for four regions, including gambling powers
Italy’s Council of Ministers approved a preliminary autonomy agreement with Piemonte, Lombardia, Veneto and Liguria on 18 February 2026. The proposal would give the regions greater scope to set gambling-venue distance rules and legislate on prevention of gambling-related harm; it must pass parliamentary review before final approval.
Different regional powers could produce varying rules on gambling venues and harm prevention across the four markets.