Entain
4 officials
2026-05-21
Intent: To inform about the prevalence of the black market in gambling.
Details: The black market in gambling in Ireland
Methods
Informal communicationLetterMeeting
Official Profile
Most Recent Title
CEO
Most Recent Public Body
Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland
First Seen
19 May 2023
Last Seen
21 May 2026
Observed Titles
CEOChief Executive Officer
Observed Public Bodies
Department of JusticeGambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland
Current Oireachtas Committee Memberships
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Lobbying Records (Page 1 of 4)
Irish Bookmakers Association
1 official
2026-05-21
Intent: To seek clarity on obligations, implementation timelines, and regulatory guidelines relating to the Gambling Regulation Act 2024, while outlining practical concerns identified by licensed operators. The submissions also aimed to support proportionate implementation and continued engagement between GRAI and the regulated sector.
Details: Correspondence in relation to the Gambling Regulation Bill
Officials
Methods
Submissions were made on behalf of IBA members to seek implementation clarifications, seek regulatory clarity, and support ongoing engagement with GRAI as commencement of the Act progresses. - Email
Premier Lotteries Ireland Designated Activity Company
14 officials
2026-05-20
Intent: To provide an update on developments relating to the impact of lottery betting on the National Lottery and Good Causes, including new research prepared by Indecon Economic Consultants.::To highlight the positive impact of Good Causes through the launch of the Good Cause Legends initiative.
Details: Policy and regulatory developments directly impacting on the National Lottery
Officials
Methods
Letters, sent by email, providing stakeholders with updates on the impact of lottery betting on the National Lottery and Good Causes, including providing information on research commissioned by the National Lottery from Indecon Economic Consultants. - LetterPhone calls following up on the letters sent as updates. - Phone callPhotocall to launch the Good Cause Legends initiative. - Event / Reception
Playtech Software Limited
1 official
2026-05-15
Intent: Seek clarity on the future provisions of the new gambling legal framework.
Details: Communication to discuss future regulations with the GRA
Officials
Methods
Email
Flutter Entertainment PLC
3 officials
2026-01-21
Intent: To communicate Flutter's support for the establishment of the Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland
Details: Two meetings held at which the Gambling Regulation Act was discussed
Methods
Flutter representatives met with officials from the Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland to discuss licensing plans and understand the process for applying - Virtual MeetingThere was a meeting in the Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment to discuss Flutter's operations in Ireland and internationally. Flutter's support for the establishment of the Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland was briefly discussed. - Meeting
Premier Lotteries Ireland Designated Activity Company
10 officials
2026-01-19
Intent: To provide a briefing to the relevant DPO's on the operation of the National Lottery, the generation of funding for Good Causes, the Good Causes Awards and the policy context for the National Lottery, including the impact of secondary lotteries.::To raise awareness of the National Lottery and in particular in generating funding for Good Causes.
Details: Policy and regulatory developments directly impacting on the National Lottery
Officials
Methods
Briefing meeting with DPO's to outline PLI's perspective and outlook on policy and regulatory matters impacting on the National Lottery, including secondary lotteries and Good Causes funding. - MeetingEmails sent as a direct follow up to meetings - EmailInvitation to the National Lottery Good Causes Awards in October 2025. - Email
Playtech Software Limited
1 official
2026-01-16
Intent: To discuss our support for the new licensing framework and to understand the proposed timelines and future regulations from the GRAI.
Details: Communication with the Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland (GRAI)
Officials
Methods
A virtual meeting with GRAI in November - Virtual MeetingEmails regarding the timelines, regualtions and games for the new gambling framework. - Email
Hillside (Sports) ENC
1 official
2025-12-10
Intent: To communicate bet365's support for the new licensing framework and hear updates from the GRAI on the proposed licence application process.
Details: Meeting held between bet365 and the Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland.
Officials
Methods
Meeting held at GRAI Dublin office. - Meeting
RGDATA
4 officials
2025-09-19
Intent: A ban on licensed bookmakers taking bets on national lottery products.
Details: Seeking amendment to the Gambling Regulations Bill.
Methods
Letter
Charities Institute Ireland
1 official
2025-09-19
Intent: A meeting was held to discuss and advance a proportionate regulatory and licensing regime for the charity and sports sector when introduced.
Details: Gambling Regulation
Officials
Methods
Meeting