Cherwell District Council
Licensed by the UK Gambling Commission since 2018 · Banbury
Cherwell District Council holds a UK gambling licence as a society lottery that raises money for good causes, and it is based in Banbury. It can run lotteries and sell tickets to people, including over the internet, by phone and other similar ways, and its current licence dates from December 2018.
What the licence covers
A society lottery raises money for the purposes of the society that runs it, for example a charity, a sports club or a community group. It is not run for private profit. Larger society lotteries need a licence from the Gambling Commission.
- Society Lottery (Remote): Cherwell District Council can sell lottery tickets online, by phone and by other remote means.
Questions and answers
Is Cherwell District Council a genuine lottery?
Yes. Cherwell District Council is licensed by the UK Gambling Commission to run a society lottery. Cherwell District Council holds Gambling Commission account number 52765. Its current licence started in December 2018.
Can I play the Cherwell District Council lottery online?
Yes. Cherwell District Council holds a remote society lottery licence, so it can sell tickets online and by phone.
Licence record
| Activity | Type | Status | Start | Licence number |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Society Lottery | Remote | Active | December 2018 | 052765-R-329849-005 |