The UK Gambling Commission has confirmed that online gambling operator International Game Technology PLC (IGT) has dropped its appeal against the awarding of the country’s fourth National Lottery license to Allwyn Entertainment.
IGT had previously sought to appeal the decision in the UK Court of Appeal and had requested permission to do so on September 21st, 2023. The appeal stemmed from the UKGC’s decision to award the fourth and final available National Lottery license to Allwyn, a decision that was contested by IGT in the High Court. However, the High Court ruled on July 28th, 2023 that the company did not have the right to appeal the decision.
The latest development in the case saw IGT request permission to dismiss its appeal. This was granted by the Court of Appeal on January 9th, 2024. The company also confirmed that it would no longer seek damages from the Gambling Commission.
It its announcement following the decision the UKGC stated:
IGT Drops UK National Lottery License AppealOur priority is to continue to work to implement our decision for the benefit of participants and good causes. The Fourth National Lottery Licence is due to be granted on 1 February 2024.
IGT Drops UK National Lottery License AppealAllwyn has committed to investment in the National Lottery that is expected to deliver growth and innovation across the National Lottery’s products and channels, resulting in increased contributions to Good Causes, subject to the protection of participants and propriety.”
