Gambling Machine Installation in Leisure Center Rejected - Berlin court blocks gambling machines in Neukölln bowling alley over child safety
A Berlin court has banned gambling machines from a Neukölln bowling alley. The ruling, announced on Wednesday, blocks the installation of slot machines in the alley's bar area. Judges cited concerns over underage access and the alley's focus on family-friendly activities. The Administrative Court's Fourth Chamber upheld a district office decision that had previously rejected the machines. Operators of the Neukölln bowling alley had filed a lawsuit, arguing for the right to install gambling devices. However, the court ruled that the alley's primary function as a sports and leisure facility made it unsuitable. The decision means the Neukölln bowling alley cannot place gambling machines in its bar. Future requests would need to meet stricter criteria, with no guarantee of success. The ruling reinforces restrictions on gambling in venues where young people are present.
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