A single UK ticket-holder has won the £83 million EuroMillions jackpot in Friday night’s draw, marking the first UK jackpot win of 2025. The winning numbers were 02, 11, 19, 30, and 49, with the Lucky Star numbers 03 and 08.
NatWest is set to close 53 branches across the UK by mid-2025, citing a significant shift towards digital banking and a decline in in-person transactions. The closures have raised concerns about financial exclusion, especially for older and vulnerable customers.
A single UK ticket-holder has won the £83 million EuroMillions jackpot in Friday’s draw, marking the first UK jackpot win of 2025. The winning numbers were 02, 11, 19, 30, and 49, with the Lucky Stars being 03 and 08.
NatWest is set to close 53 branches across the UK in 2025, reflecting a shift towards digital banking. The closures will affect various locations, with the bank investing in digital solutions and shared banking hubs to support customers.
A UK player has won a life-changing €99.4 million in the EuroMillions draw on 24 January 2025, with the winning ticket purchased in the UK. The draw also included the Thunderball results, with a top prize of £500,000.
NatWest is set to close 53 branches across the UK between April and June 2025, continuing its adaptation to the increasing preference for digital banking. This move is part of a broader trend in the banking sector, with over 6,000 branches closed since 2015. The bank is investing in digital infrastructure and exploring alternative solutions to ensure customer access to essential services.
The UK's new eVisa system, replacing physical biometric residence permits, has encountered significant technical issues, causing disruptions for foreign nationals in proving their immigration status, affecting travel, work, and access to essential services.
The UK government is considering adding an extra bank holiday in 2025 to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II. This would coincide with either Victory in Europe Day or Victory over Japan Day, offering a long weekend to honour the 'Greatest Generation'. While discussions are ongoing and a decision is not yet final, the government aims to balance economic impacts with public celebration benefits. A budget exceeding £10 million has been allocated for events marking these anniversaries.