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Piedmont vice-president signals possible review of regional gambling law

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Piedmont Vice-President Maurizio Marrone said he was open to considering changes to the region’s gambling law and discussing options with the governing majority. He said the aim would not be to restore the 2016 rules, but to strengthen protection for vulnerable groups and give municipalities a greater regulatory role; regional council discussions may take place in the coming weeks.

Any changes could alter municipalities’ role and the rules governing gambling across Piedmont.

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Lula signals possible restrictions on Brazil’s online betting platforms

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