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Lottery FAQs

For information about our lifesaving lottery click here.

If this doesn't answer your question we hope you find the answer here:

What is the Lifesaving Lottery?

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The Wales Air Ambulance Lifesaving Lottery is a weekly draw operated by the Wales Air Ambulance to raise money for us whilst also giving you the chance to win up to £1,000.

Published: 2nd April, 2018

Updated: 28th November, 2018

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Do I get to choose my own numbers?

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This type of lottery does not let you choose your own numbers, you will automatically be allocated a unique lottery number.

Published: 3rd April, 2018

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Where can I get advice on gambling?

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We are committed to ensuring that the lottery is operated in a secure, fair and socially responsible way and to endorses responsible gambling amongst its members. You can read our full policy on Social Responsibility in Gambling here; or for advice and support on gambling, visit gamcare.org.uk or call the free helpline on 0808 8020 133.

Published: 3rd April, 2018

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How is the lottery regulated?

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The Lifesaving Lottery is licensed by the Gambling Commission. For more information on the Gambling Commission visit: http://www.gamblingcommission.gov.uk

Published: 3rd April, 2018

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Will you pass on my details to anybody else?

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At no point will Wales Air Ambulance pass on your personal information on to any third party, only when obliged to do so by legislation at that time in force and the only with the express authority of the Chief Executive. For more information see our privacy policy.

Published: 3rd April, 2018

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Where do the profits go?

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Our lottery is run in house, all of the profits from the Lifesaving Lottery goes towards funding the Wales Air Ambulance service.

Published: 3rd April, 2018

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How does the draw work?

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Provided you have paid at least £1 for every Fridays draw, your unique draw numbers are entered into our electronic draw. The draw randomly generates six-digit numbers and compares them with our members’ draw numbers.

Published: 3rd April, 2018

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Will I ever owe the Lifesaving Lottery money?

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No, you will only get entered into the draw if you have paid.

Published: 3rd April, 2018

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What can I win?

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Every week there is a guaranteed jackpot of £1,000 along with a second prize of £200, a third prize of £100 and 20 prizes of £10.

Published: 3rd April, 2018

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Why is my monthly payment £4.34?

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The lottery costs £1 a week to play. While most months consist of 4 weeks, on occasion some consist of 5 weeks. The extra £0.34 a month covers the months that have an extra week.

Published: 3rd April, 2018

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How can I play?

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Signing up to our Lifesaving Lottery is quick and easy.

 

Option 1: Download, print and send us a completed lottery form here.

Option 2: Call 0300 0152 999 and we’ll help you over the phone.

Option 3: You can sign up by direct debit straight away here.

Published: 3rd April, 2018

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What are my chances of winning?

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Players currently have a 1:4600 chance of winning one of those prizes.

Published: 2nd February, 2021

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What percentage of lottery income is spent on the lifesaving service?

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In the year ended 31st July 2020, as a percentage of the total sales, 85% went directly to the lifesaving service provided by Wales Air Ambulance Charity, 1% was paid in prizes and 14% covered the costs to manage and licence the lottery.  

 

Published: 2nd February, 2021

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