The Gambling Legislation (Amendment) Bill completed its passage through Tynwald today (Tuesday 28 April) when the House of Keys agreed amendments made in the Legislative Council.
The Bill modernises the legislation that underpins employment and economic activity in the Isle of Man’s gambling sector.
Building on stakeholder engagement in 2025, the Gambling Supervision Commission (GSC) is currently consulting on elements arising from the legislative changes, including how the new fitness and propriety standard will be assessed, as well as the implementation of a new civil penalty regime.
Both consultations will run until Monday 25 May and can be found on the GSC website:
Treasury Minister Chris Thomas, who took the Bill through the House of Keys on behalf of the GSC, said:
‘I’d like to thank many in igaming 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.’
It is hoped Royal Assent will be received before the July sitting of Tynwald and its provisions commenced during the summer.
