CSNA has written to the newly-appointed Gambling Regulator asking her take whatever actions she deems appropriate to protect the legitimate interests of Lottery Agents. View the letter here.
The Act that brought her office into being has a Section in it that allows her to limit the extent and range of gambling activities.
Recent surveys on the extent of gambling on Lottery numbers by Irish bookmakers estimate there to be between €350m to €500m spent each year on Irish Lottery outcomes.
The Lottery is without doubt one of, if not the, most trusted brands.
The draws are all witnessed by independent auditors- if bookies were to arrange their own draws and paid for comparable TV exposure it is unlikely they would have as high level of public acceptance.
The Irish Government owns the National Lottery – we consider the Minister and Regulator must act to protect the States properly.
We understand the Regulator will shortly seek the opinions of the public and interested stakeholders on the criteria she should consider when deciding how licences are constructed. CSNA will be taking part in this Consultation.
