MBC ELM Limited
Licensed by the UK Gambling Commission since 2016 · Glasgow
MBC ELM Limited is a company based in Glasgow that holds a UK Gambling Commission licence. It runs lotteries on behalf of other societies and local authorities, helping them raise money for good causes, and its current licence dates from September 2016.
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.
- External Lottery Manager (Remote): MBC ELM Limited can run remote lotteries on behalf of other societies and local authorities.
- External Lottery Manager (Non-Remote): MBC ELM Limited can run non-remote lotteries on behalf of other societies and local authorities.
Websites on the licence
The Gambling Commission register lists these websites for MBC ELM Limited:
Register changes
Between 18 January and 7 October 2026
- Website added: playthescotto.com (Active).
Questions and answers
Is MBC ELM Limited a genuine lottery?
Yes. MBC ELM Limited is licensed by the UK Gambling Commission to run lotteries for other societies. MBC ELM Limited holds Gambling Commission account number 45374. Its current licence started in September 2016.
Can I play the MBC ELM Limited lottery online?
MBC ELM Limited holds a non-remote society lottery licence only. That licence covers tickets sold in person, not online sales.
Licence record
| Activity | Type | Status | Start | Licence number |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| External Lottery Manager | Remote | Active | September 2016 | 045374-R-324694-011 |
| External Lottery Manager | Non-Remote | Active | September 2018 | 045374-N-329306-005 |