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National Lottery players’ support for British athletes highlighted with new scratchcard

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National Lottery operator Allwyn is launching a special edition Paris 2024-themed Scratchcard to celebrate how players support Team GB and ParalympicsGB when they play National Lottery games. Featuring two designs – one centred on Team GB and the other on ParalympicsGB – the £1 Scratchcard…

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