Ireland’s government is encouraging candidates to apply for seven positions at the newly established Údarás Rialála Cearrbhachais na hÉireann – the Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland (GRAI).
Earlier in October, legislation which provided the framework and legislative basis for GRAI’s establishment was passed in both Houses of the Oireachtas.
President Michael Higgins also recently signed the Gambling Regulation Act into law, allowing for Ireland’s gambling regulator to be established.
GRAI will be responsible for the licensing and regulation of online and in-person gambling in Ireland, focusing on public safety and wellbeing, in addition to having the power to regulate advertising, gambling websites and apps.
James Browne TD, Ireland’s Minister of State at the Department of Justice with responsibility for Law Reform, has stated that the GRAI has seven roles available – Chair and six ordinary member positions.
Browne said: “This is a wonderful opportunity to lead Údarás Rialála Cearrbhachais na hÉireann’s strategic direction and setting a robust regulatory and licensing regime for the gambling sector.
“The establishment of the Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland is an important development in ensuring a well-regulated gambling sector while protecting the public from gambling harms.
“Once established, it will have significant enforcement powers to enable it to take appropriate and focused action where providers are failing to comply with the provisions of the Authority’s licensing terms, conditions and regulations.”
The closing date for the GRAI positions is 15 November.
