EV Charger Postcode Lottery Risks Leaving Millions Behind
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.
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.
New government plans aim to slash electric car charging costs to just 2p per mile for households without private parking. The reforms will cut red tape and fees for installing cross-pavement chargers.
The UK's public EV charger rollout lost momentum in 2025, with only 13,500 new units. Experts blame mixed government signals and rising costs. Read the full analysis.
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.
Royal Mail warns of potential Christmas delivery delays across 92 UK postcodes, sparking customer frustration. See the full list of affected areas and the company's response.
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.
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!
Royal Mail issues a festive delivery delay warning for 47 UK postcodes. Last posting date for first class signed items is December 20. Check the full list 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.
Royal Mail warns of significant delivery delays in 60 UK postcodes due to staff sickness and festive mail volumes. Check if your area is affected and see advice for last-minute parcels.
Royal Mail has issued a service update warning of significant parcel and letter delays in 117 UK postcodes this Christmas. Find out if your area is affected and what the company is doing to fix it.
Royal Mail issues apology as staffing issues threaten festive deliveries in 119 areas. See the full list of affected postcodes and what the postal service says.
Ole Fredrik Sveen thought he'd won £97,000 on the Eurojackpot while on holiday in Greece, but a currency conversion error dashed his dreams. Discover the emotional rollercoaster.
Royal Mail warns of severe pre-Christmas delivery delays affecting 151 postcodes across the UK. Check the full list to see if your area is impacted.
Vulnerable households could receive a £25 Cold Weather Payment this month. Find out if you're eligible, how the DWP scheme works, and how to check your postcode.
Polestar unveils a bi-directional EV charger that can cut energy costs by £1,000 a year. The tech turns your car into a home power source. Discover how this innovation works.
Ashish Patel, owner of Milus Supermarket in West Bromwich, scooped a £2,000 reward from Allwyn after selling a winning Set For Life ticket. Discover how the 'Share the Win' initiative rewards retailers.
A Prestatyn shop owner bags a £10,000 reward after selling a £2 million winning scratchcard. The National Lottery's 'Share the Win' initiative spreads the joy.
The legendary voice behind Strictly Come Dancing since 2004 has been unveiled as Alan Dedicoat, also known as the BBC's 'Voice of the Balls'. Discover the story of the show's iconic announcer.
Saturday's National Lottery Lotto jackpot is £3.8 million. A Wowcher deal offers 500 syndicate lines for just £9, dramatically boosting your chances. Act now before the draw closes.
A pocket-sized 40,000mAh power bank, too powerful for airline carry-on, is now 83% off on Amazon at just £34.99. Features triple charging and an LCD display. Grab this deal before stock runs out.
A festive EuroMillions syndicate deal offers 1,000 real entries for just £9 as the Christmas jackpot soars to £114 million. A low-cost flutter for UK players.
EDF is paying a £15 bonus to Smart Charging customers in December. The scheme, now open to myenergi zappi and Hypervolt charger owners, can save households up to £555 annually.
Two Birmingham stores, Candy and Liquor and Morrisons Daily, have been celebrated at the 2025 Local Retail Champions awards for their outstanding community work. Discover their inspiring stories.
Grab 500 EuroMillions lines and 500 Millionaires Raffle tickets for just £9 in this Black Friday deal. Friday's jackpot reaches £157 million - don't miss out!
New constituency map reveals England's public EV charging rollout is failing to meet demand. Labour urged to address the growing infrastructure gap.
A Castle Bromwich teaching assistant has won the People's Postcode Lottery for an incredible third time, landing £50,000. She plans to buy her rented home and spoil her first grandchild.
Millions in National Lottery prizes remain unclaimed across the UK. Check if you're sitting on a life-changing winning ticket before the 180-day deadline expires.
Sam Cox, 27, sentenced to 31 months for drug dealing. Police seized cocaine, cannabis and £4,599 cash during raid on his grandmother's Ashby home. Read the full story.
A Birmingham lottery player has missed out on a £1 million fortune after failing to claim their winning ticket within the 180-day deadline. The money will now support local good causes.