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ARTICLE · 29 AUGUST 2025

Gambling Act 2025 – Part 2: The Authority And The Commissioner

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Part 2 of the Gambling Act 2025 ("New Act") establishes the regulatory framework and key roles for licensing and supervising gambling in Gibraltar. Below is a summary of Part 2

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Part 2 of the Gambling Act 2025 ("New Act") establishes the regulatory framework and key roles for licensing and supervising gambling in Gibraltar. Below is a summary of Part 2.

1. THE LICENSING AUTHORITY

  • The Minister or anyone appointed by the Minister serves as the Licensing Authority of His Majesty's Government of Gibraltar ("HMGoG").
  • Must align with HMGoG's general policy on gambling but is independent and cannot be directed on individual licensing decisions.
  • Licensing: Reviews and decides on applications for gambling licences, renewals, variations and all regulatory approvals (e.g. Change of Control).
  • Oversight: Executes duties assigned under the New Act.

2. THE GAMBLING COMMISSIONER

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