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About EL
The European Lotteries (EL) is the European umbrella organisation of entities operating national lotteries and other games of chance, including sports betting. The members of EL are operating their services for the public benefit.
EL is the largest and most representative lottery and gambling sector’s organisation in Europe, present in 41 European countries with a total of 71 members, including all EU member states (50 members are in the EU and 21 non-EU member states). Its members only operate in those jurisdictions in which they are licensed by the state and where they comply with the legal requirements (e. g. AML, responsible gaming policies, etc), and act as the most responsible operators in each jurisdiction.
EL's latest report on the lottery sector in Europe reveals a record €29.4 billion contributed to society in 2024 - the highest level ever achieved by the sector.
To shape a secure and thriving future for the lottery sector in Europe, EL has identified eight focus points in its Manifesto to actively contribute to all relevant debates at EU level.
EL reaffirms its position as a sectoral leader in sustainability with its very own Environmental Initiative. The aim is for EL and its Members to take an active part in the transition of the lottery sector towards more sustainable models, taking into account the potential challenges of future restrictive measures that could be put in place at European level to preserve natural resources and limit GHG emissions.
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