KRAIL faces accusations from Getmantsev, who calls for the bill proposing its disbandment to be taken under serious consideration.
Let's Chat about Gambling Regulation in Ukraine
In the bustling world of Ukraine, the discussion surrounding gambling regulation has been heating up, particularly during martial law. Notably, MP Hryhorii Hryhorovych has been advocating for stricter regulations regarding gambling, in a post published on Telegram.
His proposal for KRAIL, the gaming regulator, includes highlighting the protection of players' interests by cultivating a responsible gaming culture, developing responsible gaming rules, implementing comprehensive control, establishing various self-exclusion methods, engaging with the government, and regulating gambling advertising. Furthermore, he suggested the launch of a State Online Monitoring System.
However, the MP expressed frustration with the commission's inability to implement these measures, ultimately leading to a proposed dissolution and the submission of Bill No. 9256 to parliament. This bill, submitted in May 2023, was placed on hold due to a lack of quorum[1].
The ministry of Finance proposed an automatic licensing scheme in their draft for this bill. Noteworthy is the approval of Law No. 9256-d in December 2024, leading to the closure of KRAIL and the establishment of a new regulatory body by April 2025[1]. However, this law does not specifically address the issue of gambling addiction among military personnel during martial law.
On a different note, a soldier from the 59th Brigade, Pavlo Petrenko, submitted a petition demanding to restrict access to gambling for military personnel, which gained traction and garnered the necessary 25,000 signatures. The petition was responded to by the president, but the current status remains unknown.
In essence, the situation revolving around gambling regulation during martial law in Ukraine is complex and continually evolving. Further research and discussion are necessary to better understand the potential impact on military personnel and the broader community.
[1] Legislative changes regarding gambling regulation and addiction among military personnel can be found in official Ukrainian government sources and legal documents related to this topic, but specific details regarding Bill No. 9256 were not readily available in the search results.
- MP Hryhorii Hryhorovych has been advocating for stricter gambling regulations in Ukraine, particularly during martial law, through his proposal for KRAIL.
- The proposal for KRAIL, the gaming regulator, includes a focus on player protection, responsible gaming practices, comprehensive control, self-exclusion methods, and government engagement.
- Despite his efforts, the MP expressed frustration with the commission's inability to implement these measures, leading to a proposed dissolution and the submission of Bill No. 9256 to parliament.
- A petition by a soldier from the 59th Brigade, Pavlo Petrenko, demanding to restrict access to gambling for military personnel during martial law gained traction and garnered the necessary signatures.
- The situation surrounding gambling regulation during martial law in Ukraine is complex and continually evolving, requiring further research and discussion to better understand its potential impact on military personnel and the broader community.
