The Pitch: Hunt for world-class Gambling Regulator a long shot

GAME ON: Ireland’s new Gambling Regulatory Authority will have powers over how betting companies advertise and market their brands and products, as well as how they communicate with gamblers. Picture: PA

The search for the most powerful force in sports and entertainment betting – the Irish Gambling Regulator - has stumbled at the first hurdle.

The successful candidate will act as regulator, enforcer, investigator, instigator, inspector, approver and promoter of the country’s €7 billion betting and gaming industry - and will also oversee Lotteries and Bingo -.