Wexford councillor Leonard Kelly has echoed Andy Burnham's comments, calling for Ireland to follow the UK Prime Minister's lead in cracking down on 'vape shops, betting shops and dodgy businesses'.

Montenegro's Ministry of Finance, led by Novica Vuković, asserts that an amendment concerning the distance of betting shops is unnecessary, as ongoing reforms and strict enforcement of the Law on Games of Chance are already leading to a reduction in their numbers.

Bosnia and Herzegovina holds the European record for the number of betting shops, leading to millions in lost state revenue and a growing number of gambling addicts due to political blockades and lack of legislation.

There is growing criticism regarding the extensive advertising of betting shops on Serbia's national television (RTS), with concerns raised about its impact on minors who are legally prohibited from gambling.

Two Podgorica residents, M.P. (36) and S.R. (35), were arrested on suspicion of stealing over a thousand euros from two sports betting shops, while P.B. (25) was arrested for unauthorized production and possession of drugs.

Dissatisfied traders in Čitluk, Bosnia and Herzegovina, gathered to demand that the municipal council allow them to work on Sundays, similar to other exempted businesses like betting shops and bakeries.

Serbia is experiencing a significant rise in gambling addiction, with reports indicating the youngest addict is only eight years old. The country has a disproportionately high number of betting shops compared to other European nations.

A proposed Serbian law that would prohibit actors, singers, influencers, and other public figures from advertising betting shops and casinos was never adopted.

The City Council of Srebrenik, Bosnia and Herzegovina, has adopted new communal tax regulations that significantly change how betting shops and gambling organizers are taxed in the city.

Youth organizations in Skopje staged a guerrilla action to draw attention to the increasing accessibility of casinos, betting shops, and online gambling platforms, contrasting it with rising youth unemployment and financial insecurity.

Dawn Butler discusses the upcoming rule change empowering communities to combat the proliferation of betting shops on high streets, highlighting the social problems they cause.

Betfred has announced significant job cuts and shop closures, impacting over a tenth of its betting shops, in response to recent gambling tax increases.

New Serbian Democracy (NSD) MPs Vaso Obradović and Milica Rondović have proposed amendments to the law to introduce restrictions on betting shops. They argue these limitations are necessary to improve the social environment and prevent negative impacts.

Draško Stanivuković, Mayor of Banja Luka and President of the Secure Srpska Movement (PSS), stated his insistence on permanently removing online betting shops from the vicinity of schools in Banja Luka, highlighting online gambling as a major problem.

A European gambling organization has warned that North Macedonia's proposed gambling law could lead to losses for betting shops and strengthen the black market, elaborating on the detrimental impact during a public debate.

As Eurovision approaches, the atmosphere heats up with betting shops working at full capacity and fans lobbying for their favorites, with the band Lordi specifically naming 'Naša Lavina' as their pick for this year's contest.

With over 200 licensed betting firms in Kenya, an investigation reveals the methods used by betting shops to attract and hook first-time gamblers.

An education website, Școala 9, has launched a search tool allowing Bucharest residents to find out how many gambling halls are located near each school, highlighting that over half of the capital's betting shops are within 300 meters of a school.

Betting shops in Serbia paid over 28 billion dinars, approximately 240 million euros, into the state treasury last year, marking a nearly 35% increase from the previous year.

New measures in the UK grant local councils and residents increased authority to control the development of high street businesses, specifically targeting betting shops, vape shops, and adult gaming centers.

The NPP-USA has challenged Ghanaian authorities to take action on the Asante Berko bribery case, while K.T. Hammond expressed uncertainty about whether the OSP has questioned Kwabena Donkor regarding the alleged $1 million scheme.

Croatia has established a registry of excluded gamblers, with over 11,000 individuals already listed, requiring casinos and betting shops to verify if individuals are permitted to gamble. This measure aims to combat problem gambling.

An amendment has been submitted in Montenegro regarding the minimum distance between betting shops, defining it as the air-line distance between the entrances of two facilities offering lottery or special games of chance.

The Banja Luka City Assembly is set to consider a proposal to introduce a tax of 25,000 KM on betting shops, as part of broader decisions concerning public spaces, communal order, and the operation of city institutions.

Three individuals have been arrested in Podgorica, Montenegro, on suspicion of committing theft. They are believed to have stolen from two betting shops.

Hongkongers are forming long queues at betting stations for a chance to win a share of the HK$228 million (US$29.1 million) snowball draw, the city’s largest Mark Six jackpot.

A report highlights the alarming issue of gambling addiction in Serbia, noting that the youngest addict is eight years old and that Serbia has significantly more betting shops per capita than Italy or Belgium.

Mozzart betting company has issued a public statement in Bosnia and Herzegovina, criticizing attempts to use the topic of gambling for 'cheap political points,' arguing that fewer betting shops would mean fewer jobs and less state revenue.

At least nine cities to pursue full bans as emergency decree gives decisive veto powers to mayors and local councils Romania’s government has overhauled gambling regulations through an emergency decree allowing municipalities to restrict or ban betting shops and slot machine halls in the biggest tightening of the industry the country has seen. Licensed operators must now obtain not only a national permit but also local authorisation to open a gambling venue, giving mayors and local councils a...