UK Gambling Laws
Link to the UK Gambling commissions website.
In the very first line, UK Gambling Commission says
Lotteries (also known as raffles, or draws) cannot be run for private or commercial gain.
You are not even allowed to profit from them. You are only allowed to run society lotteries. UK Gambling Commission says
Society lotteries (also known as raffles) are promoted for the benefit of a non-commercial society.
And if you are wondering who/what the Gambling Commissions is:
We permit gambling as long as it is crime-free, fair & open and children & other vulnerable people are protected.
We advise central and local government on the impact of gambling and its regulation.
We hold industry to account: we ensure operators meet licensing standards and take action against those that don’t.
We ensure that National Lottery returns to good causes are maximised.
We license operators and individuals
So a cursory review of UK laws has revealed that:
- Operating a lottery for profit is not allowed.
- Operating a lottery requires a licence.
- Children and other vulnerable people are protected. Plarium is actively promoting gambling to children.