Llafur: The Labour Party
Licensed by the UK Gambling Commission since 2023 · Newcastle Upon Tyne
Labour Party runs a society lottery that raises money for its good cause. The licence is held by The Labour Party, based in Newcastle Upon Tyne, and its current licence dates from June 2023. It can sell lottery tickets in person such as face to face or on paper, and can also sell tickets online or by phone.
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 (Non-Remote): The Labour Party can sell lottery tickets in person, for example face to face or on paper.
- Society Lottery (Remote): The Labour Party can sell lottery tickets online, by phone and by other remote means.
Lottery names
The Labour Party uses this name for its lottery:
- Llafur
Websites on the licence
The Gambling Commission register lists this website for The Labour Party:
Register changes
Between 18 January and 7 October 2026
- Non-Remote licence 062517-N-337092 has a new version in the register: 007 (was 006).
- Remote licence 062517-R-337091 has a new version in the register: 007 (was 006).
Questions and answers
Is Llafur a genuine lottery?
Yes. Llafur is run by The Labour Party, which is licensed by the UK Gambling Commission to run a society lottery. The Labour Party holds Gambling Commission account number 62517. Its current licence started in June 2023.
Who runs Llafur?
Llafur is a trading name of The Labour Party, based in Newcastle Upon Tyne. A society lottery raises money for the purposes of the society, not for private profit.
Can I play Llafur online?
Yes. The Labour Party holds a remote society lottery licence, so it can sell tickets online and by phone, and a non-remote licence for tickets sold in person.
Licence record
| Activity | Type | Status | Start | Licence number |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Society Lottery | Non-Remote | Active | June 2023 | 062517-N-337092-007 |
| Society Lottery | Remote | Active | June 2023 | 062517-R-337091-007 |