National Lottery good-causes funding falls 22% to £377.2m

By SectorWire desk · 4 August 2026

Summary

UK National Lottery contributions to good causes fell 22% in Q1 2026-27. Funding totalled £377.2m as sales weakened.

Lower lottery sales reduced the funds generated for good causes.

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