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Italian government weighs land-based gambling reform as concessions risk extension

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Italy’s government is considering the land-based gambling reorganisation, while the fiscal delegation authorising the reform expires on 29 August, according to reports. The report says a further concession extension could follow if the reform is delayed; it cites more than €4bn in potential tender proceeds, including lotteries, betting, slots, VLTs and bingo.

A delay could affect concession timelines and the potential proceeds from gambling tenders.

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