02 July 2025: GSC seeks views on upcoming legislation reforms
The Isle of Man Gambling Supervision Commission (GSC) is seeking views on upcoming legislation reforms.
The GSC is conducting a public consultation on a package of draft legislative reforms to the following Acts:
- Gambling (Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism) Act 2018
- Gambling Supervision Act 2010
- Online Gambling Regulation Act 2001
- Casino Act 1986
- Gaming, Betting and Lotteries Act 1988
- The Gaming (Amendment) Act 1984
The consultation seeks to inform the public of the upcoming reforms and spread awareness of the changes prior to their publication. The consultation will be open for six weeks and can be accessed via the government consultation webpage.
What is the aim of the Reforms?
The primary aim of these reforms is to enhance and harmonise the GSC’s existing regulatory powers across its legislative framework. This includes strengthening entry controls and expanding inspection and investigation powers to ensure a more consistent and effective approach to supervision. In addition, a number of targeted amendments are being proposed on an Act-specific basis to address regulatory needs.
Why are the reforms happening?
These reforms are intended to reinforce the GSC’s ability to uphold high regulatory standards, which will deliver benefits to the gambling industry by bolstering the Island’s reputation as a well-regulated and internationally credible jurisdiction.
The reforms are part of the GSC’s ongoing commitment to maintaining a modern regulatory framework that aligns with evolving international standards. They are essential to enhancing the effectiveness of the GSC as a regulator and to strengthen our collective efforts to counter financial crime domestically and internationally.
A link to the Consultation will be available on the Isle of Man Government Consultation website and published via the GSC’s Outreach channels once the Consultation is live.
The consultation is due to close on 13th August 2025.
The GSC has produced a Questions and Answers document for an overview of the reforms, and more detailed changes are noted in the consultation.