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Recent data from July revealed that 23% of the 45,787 individuals registered in Cruks, the Netherlands\u2019 self-exclusion scheme, were under the age of 25. The government plans to address this concern by increasing awareness of Cruks among target groups.<\/p>\n<p>Additionally, a program developed by the Trimbos Institute, a specialist in addiction issues, will complement awareness campaigns by identifying and offering guidance for risky or problematic gambling behavior among young adults. This initiative will be introduced in schools, beginning in 2024, highlighting the government\u2019s commitment to addressing addiction prevention at an early stage.<\/p>\n<p>The recent KSA report served as a wake-up call for the Dutch government, prompting it to introduce stricter addiction prevention rules for gambling players. Recognizing the flaws in the current system, institutions are collaborating with industry stakeholders and gambling harm prevention organizations to implement necessary regulatory adjustments. The focus on vulnerable groups is seen as pivotal in enhancing the long-term health of the country\u2019s gaming environment.<\/p>\n<p>The post <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/igaming.org\/casino-news\/netherlands-strengthens-addiction-prevention-measures-in-gambling-industry\/\">Netherlands Strengthens Addiction Prevention Measures in Gambling Industry<\/a> appeared first on <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/igaming.org\/\">iGaming.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Netherlands is taking proactive steps to enhance addiction prevention efforts within its gambling sector. Minister for Legal Protection, Franc Weerwind, recently announced plans to introduce new regulations aimed at addressing shortcomings in the existing system. 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