Greek gambling regulator launches casino consultation
Proposed changes include the creation of a self-exclusion register which would allow players to exclude themselves for up to 10 months
The Greek gambling regulator has begun a consultation on several proposed legislative changes to how casinos operate in the Mediterranean country.
The Hellenic Gaming Commission (HGC) has said that the proposals will focus on “the regulation of matters of administrative control and operation of casino businesses”.
The headline proposal overhauls the country’s current player protection laws, including the creation of a self-exclusion register.
The new register will allow players to exclude themselves for up to 10 months. The regulator will manage the register, and it will note certain information about the player, such as the length of the ban and the licensee that received the request.
The exclusion can only be lifted once the time period has elapsed and the player has asked to be removed from the register.
Another part of the changes will require licensees to train staff, which will involve providing staff with specialised education and training programmes around gambling regulation.
A further change could see players being issued an individual playing card, which would allow them to participate in casino games at land-based casinos while also being connected to their online player accounts.
If the proposals are passed, land-based casinos must also have studio space inside their casinos where live dealer games can be operated.
The regulator has asked for opinions to be submitted via email, with the closing date for submissions being 15 September 2023.
Following the conclusion of the consultation process and if the suggested new measures are accepted, they will be implemented by the Greek Ministry of National Economy and Finance.