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European Lotteries develops responsible-gambling certification framework

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European Lotteries said its members began work in Milan on a new certification framework linked to updated responsible-gambling standards. About 80 representatives from 46 member lotteries took part in the discussion during the first day of the EL/WLA Sustainability & Responsible Gaming Seminar 2026, which runs from 16 to 18 September.

The framework could shape how member lotteries assess and develop their responsible-gambling policies.

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NAO reviews Gambling Commission oversight of National Lottery licence

The UK's National Audit Office has begun a review of the fourth National Lottery licence, examining how the Gambling Commission and the Department for Culture, Media and Sport designed and awarded it and oversaw the transition from Camelot to Allwyn. The report is expected in spring 2027. Allwyn took over operation in February 2024.

Reportedly, the National Audit Office has started examining the current National Lottery licence. The public spending watchdog plans to assess whether the Gambling Commission's supervision is producing the strongest achievable benefits for good causes now that Allwyn UK has run the lottery since February 2024. Findings are due in spring 2027.

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