Swedens gaming sector is contesting temporary limitations on internet wagering sites, asserting that they should be revoked on September 29th alongside all other lingering COVID-19 measures. The administration had initially intended to maintain the online betting regulations until November 14th.
Industry advocates highlight that the constraints were enforced due to worries about problematic gaming escalating as individuals remained home more frequently during the pandemic. Nevertheless, they contend that this never transpired. Given that public health authorities are also retracting their suggestion to telecommute on September 29th, the sector believes it’s illogical to retain the online gambling limitations any further.
They stress that there’s no data to imply problem gambling deteriorated during the pandemic. In actuality, while engagement in online wagering did experience an initial surge when the pandemic commenced, the typical sum of money being staked actually diminished.
The Gaming Association of Sweden (BOS) has officially requested that the government remove the provisional limitations on the gaming sector when the nation’s pandemic regulations are rescinded on September 29th. They contend that these actions, implemented to safeguard the populace during the health crisis, are no longer required as Sweden returns to a more typical lifestyle.