Recent measures designed to bolster protections against gambling-related risks have been highlighted in a report by Gambling Insider.
Helma Lodders, Chair of VNLOK, shared her insights on these developments, stating, “Our members have taken proactive steps to implement additional legal safeguards for players. This includes introducing the Advertising Code for Online Gambling and enforcing stricter gaming limits for young adults. VNLOK supports regulations that have effectively maintained a safe and responsible online gambling market in the Netherlands.”
However, Lodders also voiced her apprehensions regarding the potential pitfalls of overregulation. She remarked, “With the introduction of various legal amendments, the government runs the risk of undermining the coherence of existing legislation and regulations. Some of these measures impose higher barriers to participation in online gambling, which could ironically make illegal gambling sites more appealing.”
She went on to stress the importance of balance, stating, “Even well-meaning initiatives can lead to unintended consequences. It’s essential to find a careful equilibrium between stringent regulations and preventing an increase in illegal market activities stemming from overregulation.”
