Countdown to Change: Ireland’s Gambling Regulation Set to Launch Mid-2026, Impact Fund Delayed

DUBLIN, Ireland — The launch of a newly regulated gambling industry in Ireland is set for mid-2026, marking a significant shift in how the sector will operate. This timeline follows the establishment of the Gambling Regulation Authority of Ireland (GRAI), which is tasked with overseeing the industry but currently lacks a definitive activation schedule. The delay means that the Social Impact Fund, aimed at assisting those affected by problem gambling, will not be put into action until at least 2026. This fund is intended to be financed by registration fees, as well as fines and … Read more