About the Gambling Commission

The Gambling Commission is the independent regulator for gambling in Great Britain, established under the Gambling Act 2005. Its purpose is to ensure gambling is conducted fairly, openly and free from crime, while protecting children and vulnerable people from gambling-related harm. The organisation regulates one of the world’s largest and most complex gambling markets and is widely recognised internationally for its regulatory expertise and influence.

The Commission oversees a sector worth more than £15 billion annually and regulates activities including licensing, compliance, enforcement, intelligence gathering, anti-money laundering activity and betting integrity investigations. It works closely with government, law enforcement, public health bodies, industry stakeholders and international regulators.

Set up under the Gambling Act 2005, the Gambling Commission is a world-leading regulator committed to protecting the public from the potential harms of gambling. Our mission is clear: to keep crime out of gambling, protect children and vulnerable individuals, and ensure that the industry operates in a fair and transparent way.

We collaborate closely with the legal system, public health services, community organisations, and the industry itself to safeguard the interests of millions of people across Great Britain. With over 22.5 million adults regularly engaging in gambling and a market worth more than £15 billion in gross revenue annually, we oversee one of the largest and most complex regulated gambling industries in the world, much of which is driven by multinational operators and powered by fast-evolving technology and data.

The Gambling Commission prides itself on being a values-led and rewarding place to work. Our Great Place to Work score has risen significantly, from 55% to 72%, with a strong Glassdoor rating of 4.1. We’re home to experts in data, research, and regulation, and the Gambling Commission provides the opportunity to translate deep insight into real-world outcomes.

For someone seeking a high-profile, purpose-driven role at the forefront of regulation, innovation, and public protection, the Gambling Commission offers a unique and highly fulfilling environment, where you can truly make your mark.

The current National Lottery licence

The Fourth Section 5 Licence was designed to better align Returns to Good Causes and profits, while protecting the unique status of the National Lottery.

The Section 5 Licence and the Section 6 Game Licences define the obligations on Allwyn and the outcomes it should achieve as the Licensee. The Regulatory Handbook sits alongside the licence and provides guidance on how the Commission will approach regulating the Licensee.

Visit the Fourth National Lottery Licence – July 2026 (PDF).

Section 6 Licences are granted for each game, or class of games, promoted as part of the National Lottery, these include:

• Lotto
• EuroMillions
• Thunderball
• Powerball
• Lotto HotPicks
• EuroMillions HotPicks
• Set For Life
• Scratchcards
• Interactive Instant Win Games.