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Norwegian government launches 2026–2029 youth gambling action plan

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Norway’s government launched a four-year plan on Friday covering 2026 to 2029 to prevent and treat gambling-related problems, with people aged 9 to 25 as its core target group. The non-regulatory measures include prevention campaigns, expanded treatment services and research, with Lotteritilsynet, Medietilsynet and Helsedirektoratet assigned roles, according to the government.

The plan sets out prevention and treatment responsibilities for agencies and services working with young people and other at-risk groups.

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Lotteriitilsynet sets conditions for small lotteries below NOK200,000

Lotteriitilsynet says small lotteries and other gambling activities with annual turnover below NOK200,000 can operate without a permit if they meet specified conditions. They must be local or regional, not use a professional intermediary or digital platform, and direct proceeds to a non-profit purpose, subject to listed exceptions.

Small lotteries, bazaars and other gambling activities with annual turnover below NOK200,000 can be arranged in Norway without a permit from Lotteritilsynet if set conditions are met, the regulator said in a notice. Organisers do not need to apply for a permit or report turnover to Lotteritilsynet after the lottery, according to the notice. It is up to the organiser to ensure the turnover limit is kept.

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