Overview
- A transaction is defined as a purchase made during a single visit to a store, which is how the cap is applied at tills.
- Operator Allwyn introduced the limit in October 2024 as part of its responsible gambling measures.
- Customers must be at least 18 to buy scratchcards or claim any prizes.
- Winning tickets must be intact and free from alteration or tampering to qualify for payment.
- Retailers are required to pay prizes up to £100, some may pay up to £500, and claims must be made within 180 days of a game’s official closure, with support available through Gamble Aware.