The Dutch Advertising Code Committee (RCC) rejected a complaint about a Postcode Lottery email offering a free ticket for its 16 July 2025 extra draw. The committee found that the free draw ended automatically and that continuing with paid participation required a separate, deliberate action.
The decision clarifies that the paid continuation offer was considered distinct from the free lottery entry.
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Sweden’s Consumer Ombudsman is taking Postcode Lottery to court to seek a ban on its Instagram advertising. The ombudsman argues that the advertising fails to meet moderation requirements.
Norway’s Lottstift issued operating licences to Pantelotteriet and the Postcode Lottery, effective 1 March and valid through 28 February 2035. The Postcode Lottery licence covers 23 organisations, while the Norwegian Red Cross received the Pantelotteriet licence; each scheme may have annual turnover of up to NOK410m, subject to adjustment for consumer price changes.
Norway’s Lottstift granted two lottery licences running from 1 March to 28 February 2035, with annual turnover capped at NOK410m and adjusted for inflation. The Postcode Lottery licence covers 23 beneficiary organisations, while the Norwegian Red Cross received the single Pantelotteriet licence.
The Michigan Gaming Control Board said it partnered with Gamban to offer Michigan residents a free licence for the gambling-blocking service. Residents can claim access for up to five years, and Gamban said its app will direct users to support services available in the state.
Melbourne resident George Burns alleged that an Amused Group representative offered him AU$25,000 to withdraw a complaint to the Northern Territory Racing and Wagering Commission, according to the report. Burns said he rejected the offer, which also involved confidentiality terms; Amused Group declined to comment on the specific allegations and said it handles complaints in accordance with the law.