Dutch Senate adopts Remote Gambling Bill
Today the Dutch Senate voted to adopt the Remote Gambling Bill. The passing of the Bill will end the long overdue wait for a modern gaming legislation in the Netherlands. The new law is expected to enter into force earliest in Q3 of 2020, which is also when license applications will be accepted. Gaming tax will be applicable at the rate of 29 percent of GGR. Betsson welcomes the regulation of the Dutch market despite concerns about the accompanying proposal for a cooling off period. The debate regarding the Dutch gambling market has been going on for a long time and today the Dutch