Question 16934 — games and betting

Summary

Mr. Emmanuel Duplessy questions the Minister of the Interior about a possible authorization of roulette in Parisian gaming clubs. Several press reports report discussions initiated by the Ministry of the Interior with a view to authorizing, through regulations, the operation of roulette within Parisian gaming clubs. Such a development would constitute a significant break with the balance which has governed for more than a century to the special regime applicable to the capital. Indeed, if gaming clubs have gradually found their place in Paris, it is precisely because they are based on a model distinct from that of casinos, excluding in particular the most emblematic and addictive games of chance, foremost among which is roulette. Beyond the economic issues put forward by certain players in the sector, such authorization raises important questions in terms of public health. Roulette is a particularly accessible game, whose simple mechanics and fast pace are likely to encourage problematic gambling behavior. However, more than a million people in France already practice excessive or risky gambling, while the social cost of excessive gambling is estimated at several billion euros each. year. This development could also lead to blurring the historical distinction between Parisian gaming clubs and casinos, even though this specificity constitutes the basis of the legal regime applicable to the capital. He therefore wishes to know if the Government intends to preserve the specific model of Parisian gaming clubs, by maintaining the ban on roulette. Otherwise, he asks him what studies impact, particularly in terms of public health, addiction prevention, public order and the fight against money laundering, were carried out before considering such a development.

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