Allwyn will formally assume control of the UK National Lottery in February 2024. They obtained a ten-year permit following legal disputes with the existing provider, Camelot. Camelot, having managed the lottery for the previous three periods, partnered with its technology associate, IGT, to contest Allwyn’s appointment. They even filed a lawsuit against the Gambling Commission, aiming to retain their authority.
Although Camelot and IGT are still pursuing a substantial sum exceeding 6 billion pounds from the Gambling Commission, they withdrew their legal actions earlier this month. This clears the path for Allwyn to take charge.
Justin King, Allwyn’s chairman, conveyed his enthusiasm for introducing a fresh phase for the National Lottery. He stressed their dedication to raising funds for charitable endeavors throughout the UK, improving the player encounter with advanced technology, and promoting responsible engagement.
Allwyn’s CEO, David Craven, shared this perspective, stating that this occasion signifies a period of significant change for the National Lottery.
Were setting off on a thrilling adventure as we launch our bold reshaping strategy, right here in Watford.
To fully capitalize on this chance, we need to foster a flourishing and inventive atmosphere for the National Lottery. Our primary objective in this evolution is to ethically enhance productivity, enabling us to make an even larger impact on charitable endeavors. We’re excited to invite Watford’s current Camelot staff to collaborate with us in composing this captivating new phase.”
Andrew Rhodes, CEO of the Gambling Commission, remarked: “In what was a fiercely contested procedure, we are delighted to have officially granted the fourth permit to Allwyn after the favorable resolution of the legal proceedings to remove the postponement on the awarding process. We anticipate cooperating with all groups to guarantee a seamless and effective transition.”
