The Gambling Legislation (Amendment) Bill has completed its passage through Tynwald after the House of Keys approved amendments made by the Legislative Council.
The Bill updates the framework governing employment and economic activity in the island’s gambling sector.
Alongside the legislative changes, the Gambling Supervision Commission is consulting on how a new fitness‑and‑propriety standard will be assessed and on the introduction of a civil penalty regime. Both consultations run until May 25.
Treasury Minister Chris Thomas, who led the Bill through the Keys on behalf of the GSC, said: “I’d like to thank many in e-gaming who continue to provide insight into the implementation and impact of these changes, as well as GSC and Treasury officers for developing the bill which is significant for this important sector.
“Ms Lord-Brennan MHK, Mr Clueit MLC and Mrs August-Phillips MLC moved some key amendments arising from this sector-liaison as the bill progressed.”
Royal Assent is expected before Tynwald’s July sitting, with the new provisions scheduled to come into force over the summer.
