“We will take some time to consider our next steps and continue to believe that we have a very strong legal case”
Following the United Kingdom Gambling Commission press release after the High Court lifted a suspension imposed on the National Lottery licensing process filed by Camelot Group, a spokesperson for Camelot said: “While disappointing, this judgement only addresses whether or not the Enabling Agreement can be signed while our case is heard. The judgment on whether the Gambling Commission correctly and lawfully awarded Preferred Applicant status is being dealt with separately. We will take some time to consider our next steps and continue to believe that we have a very strong legal case. In the meantime, we remain dedicated to maximising returns to Good Causes, building on our record performance over the past two years.”
The High Court ruled on Wednesday 29th June that the suspension put in place in April should be lifted, enabling the UKGC to proceed with the agreement to enable Allwyn to operate the National Lottery, ahead of commencement of its licence period, in February 2024.
On 15 March the Gambling Commission announced that Allwyn Entertainment UK was the Preferred Applicant for the fourth National Lottery licence. Subsequently the UKGC received legal proceedings in relation to the competition process, placing an automatic suspension on its ability to formally award the licence to Allwyn.
Following the High Court ruling, the UKGC, stated: “We will, therefore, begin the important work of formally awarding the licence to Allwyn. Our priority is to continue to work to implement our decision and ensure a seamless and timely transition to the next licence, for the benefit of participants and good causes.”
