The National Lottery's website and apps will be unavailable for 24 hours from Saturday night for essential upgrades. Find out how this affects ticket sales and what new player safety features are coming.
New analysis shows UK National Lottery odds are far more favourable than the US Powerball. Discover how syndicates can boost your chances of winning a life-changing jackpot.
A new Essex project connecting West African costume traditions with local communities receives £224,010 from The National Lottery Heritage Fund. Explore exhibitions, workshops, and a digital archive.
A mother from Caerphilly has won a life-changing £1 million on a National Lottery Millionaire Maker scratchcard, bought on impulse while shopping. Her win means new holidays, a new home, and security for her children's future.
Gail Wood, 54, was told she'd won £144,000 in the People's Postcode Lottery while recovering from a hysterectomy. The life-changing prize will be paid in monthly instalments of £12,000. Read her incredible story.
Anthony Brayson, 38, from Birmingham, has won a life-changing £250,000 on a National Lottery Silver Scratchcard. The retail manager also landed a new job and enjoyed his first Christmas off work.
A lucky EuroMillions ticket holder in Birmingham has just days to claim a £1 million prize from last summer's draw. The National Lottery urges players to check old tickets.
A shocking new study finds the price of a traditional funeral varies by nearly £4,000 across Britain, with London burial costs soaring to over £9,000. Discover the regional disparities and hidden fees.
The UK government unveils a £1bn strategy to tackle violence against women and girls, banning 'nudification' apps and introducing smartphone filters to block explicit images.
The DWP is piloting a new online claim system for Attendance Allowance, used by 1.7 million pensioners. Learn how to apply and what the changes mean for you.
Halifax announces eight more branch closures in early 2026, part of Lloyds Banking Group's ongoing shift towards digital services. See the full list of affected locations.
A petition on housing asylum seekers in Dudley, gaining over 3,000 signatures, triggered a full council debate. Discover the other local issues that mobilised residents in 2025.
Imran Ahmed, CEO of the Centre for Countering Digital Hate, faces US deportation. He accuses big tech of a 'corrupting influence' and urges UK politicians to question using X. Read the full story.
New data reveals a stark regional divide in UK EV charger availability, making the switch to electric cars 'impossible' for many. Experts demand a national strategy to end the inequality.
Halifax announces 14 further branch closures in 2026, including Birmingham Bearwood. Over 100 Lloyds Banking Group sites will have shut by end of 2025 as customers move online.
Lloyds Banking Group will close 71 Lloyds, Halifax, and Bank of Scotland branches in 2026 due to online banking shift. See the full list of affected locations.
Lloyds Bank reveals 90% of Oasis ticket fraud starts on social media, with average losses of £436. Learn how to protect yourself from scams in 2026.
Lush customers across the UK are furious after the retailer's website and app crashed repeatedly during its popular 50% off Boxing Day sale. Read the full story of the online shopping nightmare.
West Midlands Police urge vigilance against fake websites and phishing emails targeting Boxing Day bargain hunters. Follow their 10 essential tips to stay safe online.
Derbyshire Police issue urgent safety warning after children are invited to join a WhatsApp and Snapchat group with over 500 members. Parents urged to check app settings and monitor online activity.
A life-changing £35 million EuroMillions jackpot is on offer in the draw on Tuesday, December 23. Discover how to play and check your numbers for this epic festive windfall.
Explore the festive surge in VPN purchases, understand if you need one for online safety, and compare top providers and their New Year deals for UK users.
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is reportedly weighing a social media ban for under-16s in the UK, closely monitoring Australia's new crackdown. Read the latest on the potential policy shift.
A stark postcode lottery means UK state pensioners could receive £140,000 less based on where they live. New analysis reveals huge disparities in lifetime pension value. Discover the shocking figures.
Lloyds Bank reveals the top five purchase scams of the year, with victims losing £436 on average. Learn how to protect yourself from ticket, vehicle, and social media fraud.
Strictly Come Dancing finalist Amber Davies shares an emotional Instagram post after missing out on the glitterball trophy and addresses the online abuse she faced throughout the 2025 series. Read her full statement.
The National Lottery warns Lotto and Euromillions players to check tickets for six unclaimed prizes worth millions. Time is running out to claim. Act now!
National Lottery reveals six unclaimed prizes across the UK, including a £10.6 million Lotto win. Winners in Birmingham, London, Dorset and more must claim before deadlines expire.
Shoppers are warned of a fake Amazon 'free product' scam using QR codes. Learn how to spot the fraud, protect your details, and where to report it.
Citizen's new virtual try-on tool lets you see any watch on your wrist via your smartphone. We tested it with the £400 Red Arrows Promaster Air Navihawk.