The festive spirit surrounding one of the Channel Islands’ most beloved lotteries is expected to face a significant change next year. Organizers have announced a considerable decrease in the jackpot prize for the 2025 Christmas lottery, citing changes in funding allocations and ticket sales projections. This unexpected shift marks a departure from recent years where the prize pool steadily increased, kindling excitement among hopeful participants.

Key factors influencing the reduction include:

  • Lower than anticipated ticket sales during the past season
  • Revised public funding priorities impacting prize contributions
  • Economic pressures within the region influencing spending habits
Year Jackpot Prize Ticket Sales
2023 £1.2 million 150,000
2024 £1.5 million 165,000
2025 (estimate) £900,000 120,000