Norway adopts gambling rules with stricter player-protection requirements
Source: Lotteritilsynet (Norway)
Norway adopted a new gambling regulation that will take effect on 1 January 2023 alongside the new Gambling Act, the Lotteries Authority said. The rules include a ban on bonuses, free games and VIP programmes, plus requirements covering risk assessments, internal controls, player registration, marketing and game information. Existing time-limited permits for large lotteries and bingo remain valid until expiry; approval of organisations under the former Lottery Act will cease to apply after 31 December 2023.
Operators will need to adapt controls, player registration and marketing practices to the new requirements from 1 January 2023.