Welcome breakthrough in lotteries scandal probe

Up to 50 cases of corruption and misappropriation of funds are being investigated

06 March 2022 - 00:00 By Sunday Times Editorial

The National Lotteries Commission has long been a source of scandal that reflects poorly on its primary purpose. The holders of tickets should be able to take it for granted that the purchase price goes in large part to helping good causes...

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