The World Lottery Association (WLA) has confirmed the departure of its executive director Philip Springuel.
Springuel was appointed executive director in October 2016 after a "long and comprehensive" search by the WLA, but leaves after just 18 months in the role. No reason has been given for his departure.
The WLA said that with regard to the immediate organization its offices in Basel and Montreal, Springuel's responsibilities will be assumed on an interim basis by president Jean-Luc [...]