Responsible play
Practical reminders for keeping lottery play within your limits.
UK National Lottery participation is for adults aged 18 and over. Other games and jurisdictions can have different age and location requirements; check the official operator. Reading an international lottery guide does not establish eligibility to play. Treat lottery play as entertainment, not as income or a way to recover losses.
Set a spending limit before you play and stay within what you can afford to lose. Never borrow money to buy lottery tickets.
Past results, number frequencies and a number checker do not predict future winning numbers or improve a ticket’s chance of winning.
If gambling is causing concern, stop and seek support. The support links below provide further information and help.