CEC-02-25: Wiltshire Community Lottery

November 20, 2025 Deputy Leader of the Council and Cabinet Member for Communities, Engagement, and Corporate Services (Cabinet member) Approved View on council website

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Summary

...to implement a Community Lottery for Wiltshire in partnership with Gatherwell Limited to raise additional funding for the VCSE sector, despite acknowledging potential risks of increased gambling harm and reputational damage.

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Purpose

This report seeks authority to implement a
Community Lottery for Wiltshire, through working in partnership
with Gatherwell Limited.

Content

I confirm the decision as
set out in the attached report to implement a Community Lottery for
Wiltshire through working in partnership with Gatherwell Limited.
 
This
decision was published on 20 November 2025 and will come into
effect on 28 November 2025.

Reasons for the decision

To work collaboratively with the VCSE sector
to raise additional funding that supports their
sustainability. 

Alternative options considered

Consideration has been given as to whether to
proceed with this initiative or reject the proposal of a community
lottery. 

Supporting Documents

CEC0225_Appendix A.pdf
CEC0225_Report.pdf

Details

OutcomeRecommendations Approved
Decision date20 Nov 2025
Subject to call-inYes