The UK High Court has dismissed a legal challenge from International Game Technology (IGT) against the awarding of the fourth National Lottery license. The Camelot Group operated the lottery for its first three license periods spanning 28 years from 1994, with IGT acting as its technology provider.
Camelot launched a legal challenge in the High Court against the UK Gambling Commission
After Allwyn Entertainment won the fourth license, IGT and Camelot launched a legal challenge in the High Court against the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC). They claimed that the UKGC got the decision “badly wrong” in awarding the license to Allwyn. While both plaintiffs ultimately withdrew their appeals, IGT proceeded in an attempt to pursue damages.
The High Court ultimately decided on July 28 that the technology company had no legal standing with its argument. The UKGC issued a statement after the ruling deeming it an end to any IGT legal action. The regulator maintains that it held a “fair and robust competition” that was fully compliant with its statutory duties.