Have your say on National Lottery Good Causes
3rd July, 2026
The UK Government has launched a 12-week UK wide Call for Evidence on National Lottery Good Causes. It aims to check that this funding works well for the public, meets community needs, and is easy to access.
Everyone is welcome to contribute their thoughts to this call: artists, cultural workers, organisations, and members of the public.
We encourage everybody who cares about the arts – whether in their professional or personal lives – to take part in the consultation.
Please do take the time to share your thoughts, your experiences, and what this funding means to you.
Have your say: National Lottery Good Causes: Fund what matters to you - GOV.UK
Roisín McDonough, Chief Executive of the Arts Council of Northern Ireland said: “This is an important chance to ensure that funding from The National Lottery continues to reflect what matters most to people in Northern Ireland.
"Over the last 30 years, The National Lottery has been an essential source of funding for good causes, making positive change happen in every town, village and city across this land. It’s been a crucial catalyst for success for thousands of arts and culture projects delivered in communities everywhere.
"Please do take the time to respond to this call for evidence and help highlight the vital role of The National Lottery and its players in creative public life.”