Watford Borough Council
Licensed by the UK Gambling Commission since 2023 · Watford
Watford Borough Council holds a UK Gambling Commission licence and is based in Watford. It runs a society lottery that raises money for good causes, and its current licence dates from March 2023, allowing it to sell lottery tickets online, by phone and in other ways that do not involve face to face contact.
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): Watford Borough Council can sell lottery tickets online, by phone and by other remote means.
Questions and answers
Is Watford Borough Council a genuine lottery?
Yes. Watford Borough Council is licensed by the UK Gambling Commission to run a society lottery. Watford Borough Council holds Gambling Commission account number 62206. Its current licence started in March 2023.
Can I play the Watford Borough Council lottery online?
Yes. Watford 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 | March 2023 | 062206-R-336602-001 |