Realities of Comping

Competition entering involves risks and realities worth understanding before you start. Our articles examine winning odds, common scams, telephone quiz issues and how to identify legitimate prizes.

Avoiding Lottery Syndicate Problems at Work

Set up clear rules for your work lottery syndicate to avoid disputes and keep your team happy if you win.

Do People Really Win the Reader's Digest Prize Draw?

Yes, Reader's Digest actually does award its famous prize draws, but here's why people remain sceptical about them.

How to Spot a 'Phony' or Fake Competition

Fake competition wins arrive constantly in emails and letters, but spotting the scams before you lose money is straightforward if you know what to look for.

One Step Away from Gambling

Comping looks like harmless fun, but it shares more with gambling than you might think.

Scams and How to Avoid Them

Stop and think before celebrating a competition win—here's how to spot fake prize scams and protect yourself.

The Chances of Winning

Your real chances of winning a competition depend on far more than luck, and the odds are usually worse than you'd hope.

The Growing Problem of Prize Draw Scams

Scammers steal millions yearly through fake prize draw schemes that trick people into paying upfront fees or revealing bank details.

The Telephone Quiz Scandal

How major UK TV and radio stations defrauded millions through rigged phone-in competitions in 2007.

What if You're the Victim of a Competition Scam?

If you've been told you won a competition you never entered, here's how to spot the scam and protect yourself.