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National Lottery could be suspended for first time in 30-year history over legal dispute
National Lottery could face suspension for the first time in its 30-year history due to a legal dispute between opposing operators.Lottery group, Camelot has run the state-franchised staple since the early 1990s but the Gambling Commission confirmed plans to transfer the licence to rival operator, Allwyn Entertainment.The commission, which is responsible for regulating the betting industry, has said in papers submitted to the High Court that Camelot has launched legal action opposing the move.Camelot was due to transfer ownership of the National Lottery over to Allwyn Entertainment on February 1, 2024, but legal proceedings mean the timetable could be delayed.Players of the game could potentially miss out on millions of pounds, with Camelot claiming the commission got it "badly wrong" when giving the licence to Allwyn.Camelot added that the move could put them out of business.