Rehab to sue State in €1bn lottery case

One of the country’s largest charities is expected to begin a €1bn legal challenge to the operation of the soon-to-be sold National Lottery later today.

Rehab has already notified the Government about its intention to take a case challenging uncompetitive aspects of the Lotto.

It is understood papers may be filed with the High Court this morning and, if successful, Rehab’s case threatens to undermine the ongoing process of selling the National Lottery.