Cyprus Reviews Gambling Access for Welfare Recipients

Cyprus lawmakers are considering measures that could prevent Guaranteed Minimum Income (GMI) recipients from gambling, with discussions focusing on how authorities can identify beneficiaries without creating unnecessary privacy risks. The issue came before the House Audit Committee during its review of an Audit Office report concerning the Deputy Ministry of Social Welfare. MPs examined whether welfare authorities should receive more detailed banking information and whether government systems could cross-reference beneficiary data with casinos and betting operators. GMI, known locally as EEE, […] The post Cyprus Reviews Gambling Access for Welfare Recipients appeared first on World Casino News.

Sep 8, 2026 - 08:45
Cyprus Reviews Gambling Access for Welfare Recipients

Cyprus lawmakers are considering measures that could prevent Guaranteed Minimum Income (GMI) recipients from gambling, with discussions focusing on how authorities can identify beneficiaries without creating unnecessary privacy risks. The issue came before the House Audit Committee during its review of an Audit Office report concerning the Deputy Ministry of Social Welfare. MPs examined whether welfare authorities should receive more detailed banking information and whether government systems could cross-reference beneficiary data with casinos and betting operators. GMI, known locally as EEE, […]

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