Norway Unveils Four-Year Initiative to Tackle Gambling-Related Issues

(AsiaGameHub) –   Norway has launched a four-year initiative aimed at reducing gambling’s societal impact, with the program running through 2029.

This action plan focuses on creating more prevention campaigns, improving treatment availability, and advancing research, instead of amending current gambling legislation.

A key target group is young people aged 9 to 25, as well as other high-risk populations. The plan involves school outreach programs, digital awareness initiatives for youth, and supplying resources to help parents, educators, and communities recognize potential warning signs.

Support services will also be strengthened by improving access to a toll-free helpline and broadening the availability of free, remote treatment options.

The project’s overarching goal is to implement a public health strategy across communities to address gambling-related issues, thereby helping to reduce and prevent gambling addiction and offer better support to at-risk individuals.