Senior Management Team

Mark Harris – Chief Executive

Mark Harris was appointed as the National Lottery Commission’s first Chief Executive Officer in April 1999.  He has a strong background in public sector governance, audit and regulation. Mark led the design of the competition for the third UK National Lottery licence, working with NM Rothschild as the Commission’s lead advisors.

Under his executive lead, the Commission has worked with the operator (Camelot) to introduce a wider games portfolio, develop innovative new playing channels, and earn respect for the UK National Lottery’s work to prevent underage and excessive play. Mark holds a law degree and is a qualified public sector accountant.  He previously worked in public sector audit, and on strategic development within the NHS and the Audit Commission. He is a graduate of the Cabinet Office’s Top Management Programme.

Ben Haden – Director

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• Working at the Commission

  The National Lottery Commission is a small friendly organisation of under 50 people. Our offices are in Birmingham.

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• Directors' Register of Interests May 2011

  transparency documents

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