The Gaming Commission officially changes ministries
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3 Jun 2026 •
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Since 1 June, the Gaming Commission has officially become part of the FPS Economy. This change marks a new phase for the authority responsible for regulating the gaming sector in Belgium.
A transfer presented as a new beginning
After 25 years under the Federal Public Service (FPS) Justice, the Gaming Commission is changing its institutional framework. The Commission states that it officially joined the FPS Economy on 1 June and welcomes this development. It has also thanked the FPS Economy for its welcome, as well as the FPS Justice and its staff for the years of collaboration.
This change is part of an ambition to strengthen the Commission’s role as regulator of a sensitive market, where economic interests must be balanced with consumer protection.
Why does this affiliation with the FPS Economy matter?
The Gaming Commission oversees a sector which, according to the FPS Economy, has become a fully-fledged economic sector. Gaming now has a significant social and economic impact, making regulation central to market stability.
The FPS Economy believes that the Commission’s expertise fits directly within its own remit: to build a safe, transparent and fair market. The aim is to protect consumers and enable businesses to operate within a clear legal framework.
A mission focused on player protection
As the official regulatory authority for the gambling sector in Belgium, the Commission ensures that the services offered are safe, compliant and legal. It also ensures the protection of players.
Its role is not limited to supervision. The Commission also issues licences, monitors compliance with legislation and issues opinions on policy in the sector.
The Gaming Commission presents this transfer as a means of fully realising its ambition as a regulator. It states that it wishes to contribute to a safer and more transparent market, where consumers are protected and businesses have a clear and balanced regulatory framework.