Court rules gambling location ban in Daugavpils constitutional

Paragraph 2 of the contested binding regulations of the Daugavpils local authority ‘On places and areas in Daugavpils where the organisation of gambling is not permitted’ prohibits the organisation of gambling in places where the main entrance to a gaming hall is located within 150 metres of the nearest entrance to certain buildings. The restriction applies, for example, to blocks of flats and buildings housing educational establishments, local authority offices or social service provision...