NAO opens investigation into Allwyn-run National Lottery

Regulation · SectorWire deskSource published 15 Oct 2026, 11:12 BST

Summary

The National Audit Office has opened an investigation into the National Lottery, operated by Allwyn, reported by EGR. The watchdog will examine whether the lottery maximises returns to good causes and delivers long-term public value.

Why it matters

The probe puts scrutiny on Allwyn's delivery of the UK lottery and on the returns it generates for good causes.

End-of-day close Allwyn (ALWN), EUR, to 26 October 2026

Last close EUR 11.10 on 26 October 2026. EUR 12.15 on the story date (15 October 2026). Range EUR 11.08 to 13.50, axis not from zero. Delayed end-of-day data, not live. Not investment advice.

Cite as: SectorWire, “NAO opens investigation into Allwyn-run National Lottery”, 15 October 2026, https://sectorwire.news/item/nao-opens-investigation-into-allwyn-run-national-lottery/

Key facts

Parties: Allwyn · National Audit Office
Shares: Allwyndown 4.5%1DLatest close · change from previous closeAthens: ALWN · 26 Oct 2026 · end-of-day, delayed

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Allwyn ALWN · EUR 11.10 26 Oct 2026 Data

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Allwyn Athens: ALWN

Quarter ended 30 June 2026 · data retrieved 17 October 2026

Revenue: EUR 1.25bnYahoo Finance (data provider, from company reports)
Operating income: EUR 141.0mYahoo Finance (data provider, from company reports)

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