# Trade, Industry and Competition minister Parks Tau has reached a 12-month temporary licence deal with Ithuba Holdings to prevent disruptions to the National Lottery. The appointment, effective today, comes despite a court ruling calling the move unconstitutional. Tau is appealing that decision, citing public interest. Concerns were raised about halted ticket sales and funding to charities. The National Lottery Commission’s Jodi Scholtz has welcomed the minister’s move:
Minister Parks Tau secures temporary lottery deal with Ithuba Holdings [SOUND]
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