National Lottery Act 1993

The National Lottery Act 1993 is UK legislation that established the legal framework for operating the National Lottery. It authorized the creation of a national lottery for raising funds for good causes, set out rules for licensing and regulation, and designated the National Lottery Commission as the governing body. The Act ensures the lottery is conducted fairly, transparently, and responsibly, with proceeds supporting public projects and charitable activities. Essentially, it created the legal basis for managing and regulating the national lottery in the UK to benefit society.