The government and the Livre party are in disagreement over potential new restrictions for legal online gambling and betting. While the government prioritizes combating illegal platforms, Livre has proposed eight measures to address the rising number of players as a public health issue. Officials have admitted that amendments to the Advertising Code regarding gambling are currently under consideration.
Government and Livre debate online gambling advertising restrictions
Thursday, 17 September 2026AI summary
Context & Explainers
- Leader: Rui Tavares
- Ideology: Green left-wing politics, libertarian socialism
LIVRE (meaning "Free") is a green left-wing party founded in 2014 by historian and former MEP Rui Tavares. The party struggled for years before finally electing Tavares as its first MP in 2022, then grew to 4 seats in 2024 and 6 seats in 2025—making it the only progressive party to gain ground in recent elections. LIVRE focuses on environmental protection, human rights, and progressive social policies while maintaining a pro-European stance.
