Brussels Violation proceedings against Malta Above Article 56A Its gaming act, A Controversial provision formerly known as Bill 55Law seriously Restrictions enforcement Special foreign court decisions against licensed gambling operators in Malta. Legal representatives argue that reduces the provision European rules By violating the fundamental rights of the European Union citizens and residents.
Brussels reduced Article 56A European legal principles
Dispute centers running around Malta’s dispute Only its court Malta can implement decisions against licenses under the Gaming Authority (MGA). In practice, Article 56A has served as one Legal bubbleBlocked Decision from foreign courts It opposes the regulatory stance of the country. This is particularly relevant in cases where individuals want Receive gambling loss From Malta-based operators.
Malta’s gaming model is a “point-off-sly”, from which companies can do business European Union beyond borders If they suit the Maltese law. The nation emphasizes that this approach corresponds to the principles of the European Union Single-market freedomHowever, the European Commission has Different perspective On the case, therefore the current legal stress.
EC Formal information paper Question whether Article 56A reduces Brussels I (Rickault) RegulationWhich applies to disputes from the citizens and commercial border within the European Union. Legal experts involved in the case argue Violers rights Citizens of European Union and Reduces the uniformity of law In member states.
Malta is adamant in its position
In response, MGA clarified that Article 56A Does not give grants Blanket immunity. Instead, it argues, the provision only makes the cod. Established legal principlesMost especially, it is “applied to”public“Exception, which allows the National Courts not to implement foreign decisions in case of contradiction Necessary public policeS.
Malta has consistently admitted that any unjust sanction runs a direct counter for Cjeu’s case law and creates a clear barrier for market access and trade within other member states.
MGA details
Maltese government also released Standalone details According to the MGA status, the defense of the law as one IntegralIn the long -standing stance of the country on online gambling. This is adamant that the law does not establish a new foundation to override the court orders, but instead Aligns with the soul Of European Union Law.
The government reiterated that Article 56A does not establish new or separate grounds to deny the recognition or enforcement of the decision. Instead, it codes Malta’s long -standing public policy on online gaming matters.
Maltese government details
While committed to Malta Continue on positive dialogues Along with the European Commission, the result of this dispute can greatly affect Malta’s gambling sector, which attracts operators with a promise Safe regulatory shelterThe next step will be a formal answer by the Maltese government Within the next two monthsTo proceed potentially with the case European Court of Justice,
