Note: This interview was conducted prior to the 29 August 2026 deadline for approving the reorganisation of the land-based gambling sector reform. As a result, it considers two possible scenarios. The Government subsequently missed the deadline.

The legislative process to reorganise Italy’s land-based gambling sector has been ongoing for some time. For years, operators have had to navigate a patchwork of regional and municipal rules governing operating hours, distance requirements and the location of gambling venues, creating an inconsistent regulatory landscape across the country. The proposed reform aims to replace the fragmented framework with a more unified national system.