The Bulgarian government has approved amendments to the Gambling Act introducing a complete ban on gambling advertising, higher taxes and licensing fees for operators, and tighter financial and regulatory controls, the Council of Ministers announced after its regular meeting on November 11. The bill, submitted to the National Assembly on November 11, prohibits the promotion of gambling games, their organizers and related brands, irrespective of the advertising format, channel or location. Exceptions will allow limited use of gambling companies' trademarks when they sponsor sports clubs, federations, associations and organizations, or support projects in culture, healthcare and education....