The European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) has expressed its concerns over the proposed new Italian decree on online gambling. Currently under discussion in the Council of Ministers, the decree would introduce a significant reorganisation of the sector, particularly regarding the cost of licence fees.
Furthermore, the possible introduction of (quasi) prohibitive licensing regimes and fees also raises concerns on compliance with EU law, which EGBA believes will merit consideration.
In detail, recent reports suggest the decree will set an unprecedented €7m [$7.7m] licence fee, far surpassing other EU member states.
The Association believes that such a substantial increase in the licence cost is ‘unwarranted’, particularly when compared to the country’s previous licensing tenders for online gambling operations.
