SolutionsHub Comment Featured in iGamingBusiness on Ireland’s New Gambling Framework

Ireland’s transition to a fully centralised gambling regulatory regime is now formally underway, with the Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland (GRAI) accepting applications under the Gambling Regulation Act 2024.

The shift marks a decisive move away from Ireland’s historic tax-led oversight model toward a structured supervision framework built around prevention, consumer protection and enforcement.

In a recent feature published by iGamingBusiness, SolutionsHub’s Head of Corporate Development, James O’Kelly, shared insight into how operators are responding to the new regime.

There is a clear shift — we’re seeing strong interest in Ireland, particularly after what’s happened in the UK.

The article explores the early market reaction, expected friction points around advertising and inducement controls, and the broader implications of senior management accountability under the new framework.

As Ireland’s licensing portal opens and the application process beds in, operators are reassessing sequencing, structure and long-term positioning across European markets.

For many, Ireland has moved from being an interesting option to a strategically relevant jurisdiction in a relatively short space of time. The introduction of a formal supervisory authority has also sharpened discussions around the wider benefits of an Irish platform and how, when structured appropriately, it can support broader European strategy.

SolutionsHub is currently advising both legacy operators and new applicants navigating the transition under the Gambling Regulation Act 2024, including governance structuring, sequencing strategy and regulatory engagement.

The full iGamingBusiness article can be read here.