Lottery by the Gambling Commission (formerly the National Lottery Commission), and established in 1994. It is operated by the Camelot Group, which was first granted the franchise in 1994. Camelot's current franchise agreement runs through 2019. 28% of National Lottery revenue, along with all unclaimed prizes, are distributed as grants to charitable causes. 12% of the revenue from the National Lottery is expected to go to the government, 5% goes to lottery retailers, 5% is retained by Camelot Group for operating costs, and 50% remains for the total prize fund of which 5% is diverted to a Super Draw fund, leaving
The Consortium of LGBT Voluntary and Community Organisations UK The Consortium of LGBT Voluntary and Community Organisations UK The Consortium of Lesbian Gay Bisexual and Transgender Voluntary and Community Organisations UK, known as the LGBT Consortium, is national specialist infrastructure and Membership organisation. They focus on the development and support of LGBT groups, organisations and projects so they can better deliver direct services and campaign for LGBT rights. The LGBT Consortium has four key elements to it strategy in supporting its members which are LGBT organisations rather than individuals: Support - provide advice, information and guidance Share - develop networks and partnerships Shout - represent and provide a voice