Romanian mayors push to ban casinos amid new gambling laws
A growing number of Romanian mayors are pushing to ban casinos from their cities. The move follows a recent change in gambling laws that gives local councils more control over licensing. But the industry is unlikely to accept the restrictions without a fight.
The shift began with a new law requiring gambling operators to secure a local permit alongside their national licence. Before this, only central authorities could regulate casinos. Now, each municipality holds the final say on whether to allow them.
In Vaslui, Mayor Lucian Braniste became one of the first to back a total ban. His decision reflects wider concerns about the social impact of gambling. Meanwhile, the mayor of Slatina has also announced plans to remove all casinos from the city. Yet the gambling sector remains a major revenue source for many towns. Operators argue that their businesses bring jobs and economic activity. With local councils now holding the decisive vote, the clash between public opposition and financial interests is set to intensify.
The new law hands local leaders the power to block casinos, but resistance from the industry is inevitable. Cities like Vaslui and Slatina have already taken steps toward bans, while operators prepare to defend their economic role. The outcome will depend on each community’s vote in the coming months.
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