Guidance Notes – Law and Practice of Running Lotteries

This Guidance Note on Law and Practice of Running Lotteries deals with the topic of raffles and other types of lotteries, in particular those held to fundraise for a charity or other good cause, where the raffle is run by a private society (e.g. a charity, members’ club, or other non-profit organisation), a group of work colleagues at a single work location, a group of residents at a single location, or by any commercial or other organisation.

The note explains how raffles and other lotteries are regulated by the Gambling Act 2005 as amended by the Legislative Reform (Exempt Lotteries) Order in 2016. 

The note is supplemented by the accompanying Description of Lawful raffles and Checklist for Lawful Raffles which provide practical guidance for anyone considering organising a raffle for the benefit of a charity or other good cause.

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