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Lottery Registration

A general guide to the law and requirements for obtaining a society lottery registration.

Main contact: Hazel Maidment
Telephone No: 023 9283 4572
E-mail: licensing@portsmouthcc.gov.uk

The law on lotteries is complex and not straightforward. This page is intended to provide help and guidance to societies wishing to promote lotteries. It also tells you what other types of lotteries can be conducted without breaking the law.

This guide takes into account changes in the law which came into effect on 1 September 2007 under the Gambling Act 2005 (“the Act”).

We have tried to explain this legislation plainly and clearly. We may not cover every individual aspect of lottery law and you should still consult the Act and associated regulations mentioned and take professional or legal advice if appropriate.

Pages within this section will tell you:

• What the main legal requirements are.
• What information we need from societies to enable us to consider your registration.

We will be asking you to complete an application form in order that we can process your application quickly. All information received will be treated with respect and in confidence.

Please read this page carefully. Feel free to ask (or phone) for advice at any time.

PLEASE NOTE:

Existing registrations will be converted automatically into a registration under the Gambling Act 2005.

The first annual fee of £20 under the new Act will become due by no later than 1 January 2008.  Annual fees are due within the 2 months prior to the anniversary of the registration.  For existing registrations issued before 1 September 2007 the annual fee will be payable between the start of November to the end of December.

What are the legal requirements for Lottery Registration?
Large society lotteries (licensed by Gambling Commission)
Incidental non-commercial lotteries
Private Lotteries
Small society lotteries (registered by the licensing authority)
Small society lotteries - Guidance notes
What information must you provide to us for a Lottery Registration?
Your Legal Obligations when you are Lottery Registered
Public Register
Application and returns forms

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