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Norwegian Gambling Authority sets out match-fixing rules and reporting duties

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Source: Lotteritilsynet (Norway)

Norway’s Gambling Authority explains the role of its national match-fixing unit, established in 2016 to coordinate efforts against manipulation of sports results. It says manipulation can constitute a criminal offence, while the sports law makes failure to report cases an offence; reports can be made anonymously to the authority.

Betting companies and sports bodies need to understand the reporting duties and risks linked to match manipulation in Norway.

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