Lotteries have faced criticism in recent years for their use in funding political parties in Sweden.
Concerns have been raised over exemptions that political lotteries have from credit bans, bonus restrictions, and gambling tax.
The review will consider whether the rules specific to lotteries for party political activities are justified and appropriate.
This includes considering changes to current regulations to provide greater player protection.
The review will also assess whether licenses should be granted to such lotteries.
The inquiry will examine the lotteries’ exemption from credit bans, bonus restrictions, and tax liability.
It will also consider proposals for a full declaration of funding from lottery games.
Openness and transparency are crucial for a democratic society, particularly regarding the financing of political parties.
The gambling market is regulated extensively to reduce the risks of social harm associated with gambling.
Regulations for games have undergone significant changes in recent years.
It is important to maintain trust in the political system and prevent the misuse of political power for unfair advantages.
Gunnar Larsson, former consumer ombudsman and director general of the Swedish Consumer Agency, will lead the review.
The assignment must be reported by 29 February 2024.
The inquiry coincides with the consideration of various changes to gambling rules and regulations in Sweden.
A proposal to increase penalty fees for gambling operators violating the Money Laundering Act has been put forward.
The proposal aims to align penalties with the maximum amount for violations of the Gambling Act.
Currently, the penalties for breaching the Money Laundering Act are much lower than those for Gambling Act violations.
This discrepancy is deemed unsatisfactory as violations of the Money Laundering Act can often be more serious.
Swedish regulator Spelinspektionen has announced that owners of supplier licenses will be obliged to pay fees starting from 1 July.
Spelinspektionen will charge a fixed fee for any organization holding a gaming software supplier license.
Businesses will need to pay a separate fee for each license, unless they receive a specific exemption.
