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Gustaf Hoffstedt, BOS\u2019s General Secretary, criticized the move, labeling it a boon for the unregulated market.<\/p>\n<p>The Swedish government recently proposed increasing gambling taxes from 18% to 22%, effective July 1, 2024. BOS, known for its criticisms of the government\u2019s handling of the gambling market, finds this timing particularly unfavorable. The association argues that this tax hike could drive players towards black market operators.<\/p>\n<p>Spelinspektionen, the Swedish gambling regulator, hasn\u2019t opposed the tax rise but acknowledged potential negative outcomes. In contrast, BOS openly disapproves, calling the Ministry of Finance\u2019s decision harmful to the industry.<\/p>\n<p>In a press release, Hoffstedt emphasized BOS\u2019s rejection of the proposal, stressing its ill timing. 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Gustaf Hoffstedt, BOS\u2019s General Secretary, criticized the move, labeling it a boon for the unregulated market. The Swedish government recently proposed increasing gambling taxes from 18% to 22%, effective July 1, 2024. 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