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
YearJackpot PrizeTicket Sales
2023£1.2 million150,000
2024£1.5 million165,000
2025 (estimate)£900,000120,000