First-reading vote on gaming bill slated for Jan 24

The Legislative Assembly is scheduled to hold on January 24 a first-reading debate and vote on the gaming law amendment bill.
The much expected bill was published yesterday (Tuesday) following a press conference held by the Executive Council on Friday.
The draft bill sets a maximum of six gaming concessions which can operate for up to ten years, with a 3-year extension possible under exceptional circumstances. The amendment proposal also includes a number of new regulations for both casino operators and gaming promoters.
Once the bill is approved at first reading, it will be sent to one of the legislature’s standing committees for detailed article-by-article review before being sent back to the Legislative Assembly plenary for second reading approval.