Sweden's Gambling Authority: Busy, Frustrating and Outdated
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Sweden's gambling laws were enacted in 2019. Many people were upset with them and felt they were too restrictive. Now restlessness is growing as they continue to extend the temporary laws.
Sweden has always had tight rules on gambling. The new gambling laws were enacted in 2019. Many people were upset with them. Now restlessness is growing as they continue to extend the temporary laws.
The Swedish Gambling Authority is a part of the Swedish Government. Their job is to ensure the legality, safety and reliability of gaming and gambling market for Sweden. Since January 1st 2019, all operators must abide by the law.
The Swedish Gambling Agency has had its hands full with the introduction of deposit caps, limits, and mandatory pauses between slots. The current guidelines for online casinos have been extended until November 2021. The maximum bonus amount that may be offered is sometimes less than the cost of a city bus ticket. Unlicensed casinos offer bonuses in the region of €5000. There are rumours that the SGA is proposing even more strict guidelines.
Sweden's gambling regulations are aimed at preventing gambling addiction. The government has interests in gambling companies such as Svenska Spel and Casino Cosmopol. Spalpaus was successfully installed.
