The Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland

Anne Marie Caulfield, CEO of the Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland (GRAI), welcomed the Executive Director of the Alderney Gambling Control Commission, Andrew Gellatly, to the GRAI offices today to sign a Memorandum of Understanding between the two regulatory bodies.The MOU sets out a cooperative framework of cooperation and collaboration between the GRAI and the Channel Islands authorities with the aim of strengthening their working relationship across all aspects of gambling regulation.With the licensing function of the GRAI commenced and under way, MOUs are important to ensure that close collaboration with other Authorities ensures a consistent approach across counterpart jurisdictions. Upon welcoming the agreement, Anne Marie Caulfield, CEO of the GRAI, said: “The working relationship between Ireland and the Channel Islands is one that shares a common foundation of proportionate, innovative and professional regulation of gambling activities in both jurisdictions, and today’s signing of the Memorandum of Understanding signifies our commitment to working side by side with the Alderney Gambling Control Commission to protect the public.As the GRAI begins to issue licenses this coming summer, we look to counterpart regulators like the Alderney Gambling Control Commission to provide guidance and support, and we are grateful to Andrew and his team for their ongoing assistance as we continue to fulfil our public health mandate in protecting the most vulnerable in society, particularly young people.”

The Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland (GRAI) welcomes the launch of the Gameplan (www.thegameplanhub.ie), a new initiative designed to tackle gambling-related harm in sport.The initiative, which is supported by the Gambling Awareness Trust, offers practical tools for athletes, coaches and clubs to navigate the risks of modern gambling.Speaking of the launch of thegameplanhub.ie, Anne Marie Caulfield Chief Executive of the GRAI said:“The GRAI welcomes this initiative as a timely and necessary contribution to reducing gambling‑related harm within Irish sport. Protecting the integrity of sport and safeguarding the wellbeing of athletes, particularly young people, are central aspects of the GRAI’s mandate.Peer‑driven education, informed by lived experience, is a vital component in helping clubs and sporting organisations identify the warning signs of problem gambling and support members who need help with their gambling. The GRAI commends all partners involved in developing this programme; it is a valuable complement to the wider regulatory framework that will ensure a safer and more accountable gambling environment in Ireland.”

The GRAI is pleased to announce that applications are now open for the following licence types: Remote Betting LicenceRemote Betting Intermediary LicenceIn-Person Betting LicenceApplicants can now access the Operator Portal to register and begin the application process.For further information see here