Alert · Proposal · 13 October 2026
Amendment of the Alcohol Act (bill)
What is happening
Bill submitted on 19 January 2026 (parliamentary paper 36884), still being considered by the House of Representatives. No definitive start date. Proposed: small games of chance allowed in hospitality venues, stricter age checks for online sale and delivery of alcohol with extra NVWA supervision, and an adjusted maximum fine.
Who it matters to
For horeca. Affects games of chance, delivery and fines in your venue.
Source: NJB