<\/span>Key Requirements in the Code<\/span><\/h2>\nHere are the main rules and recommendations the code sets out for prize\u2011draw operators:<\/p>\n
\n- Player Protections<\/strong>\n
\n- Operators should restrict entry to adults (18+), with \u201creasonable\u201d age verification. (GOV.UK<\/a>)<\/li>\n
- There must be a clear complaints \/ dispute\u2011resolution process. (GOV.UK<\/a>)<\/li>\n
- Credit card spending is limited: max \u00a3250\/month<\/strong> per player. For instant\u2011win<\/em> draws, no credit card payments<\/strong> allowed at all. (GOV.UK<\/a>)<\/li>\n
- Operators should set sensible spend\u2011limits for players (or let players choose their own, even \u00a30) and allow players to suspend or close accounts. (Passle<\/a>)<\/li>\n
- Systems should exist to monitor player behaviour<\/strong> for harm (e.g., spending patterns, distress), and intervene if needed. (GOV.UK<\/a>)<\/li>\n
- When risks are detected, operators should signpost help: e.g., Citizens Advice, Money Advice Trust, Samaritans, Mind, etc. (GOV.UK<\/a>)<\/li>\n
- For \u201cinstant win\u201d draws, operators should make sure paid and free entry routes are equivalent<\/em> in how they work, and clearly explain the free\u2011entry route. (iGB<\/a>)<\/li>\n
- Operators should not run too many instant\u2011win draws compared to their overall competitions. (GOV.UK<\/a>)<\/li>\n
- Marketing must comply with existing advertising codes (CAP and BCAP) and be socially responsible; they should not target minors or suggest that draws are a way to escape financial problems. (GOV.UK<\/a>)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
- Transparency<\/strong>\n