Hertsmere Borough Council
Licensed by the UK Gambling Commission since 2021 · Borehamwood
Hertsmere Borough Council holds a UK Gambling Commission licence as a local authority based in Borehamwood. It runs a society lottery that raises money for good causes, and its current licence dates from August 2021, allowing it to sell lottery tickets online, by phone and by other remote means.
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): Hertsmere Borough Council can sell lottery tickets online, by phone and by other remote means.
Questions and answers
Is Hertsmere Borough Council a genuine lottery?
Yes. Hertsmere Borough Council is licensed by the UK Gambling Commission to run a society lottery. Hertsmere Borough Council holds Gambling Commission account number 58331. Its current licence started in August 2021.
Can I play the Hertsmere Borough Council lottery online?
Yes. Hertsmere Borough 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 | August 2021 | 058331-R-333653-001 |