One of the best things about the UK comes from our cosmopolitanism. Nested so close to the EU, our choices in so many aspects of life far outstrip practically any other country on earth.
Whether looking at food, travel, business opportunities, and more, stepping outside of the nationwide doorstep is always a card that UK citizens have in their deck.
The same can be said for entertainment, such as the wide world of betting. This leads us to a common question we’ve seen circulating recently, in how it can be possible to play regional lotteries like the Irish lotto from home. The answer, as it turns out, is simpler than you might think.
Getting Started
Before getting into how players can engage, it’s necessary to first mention that the Irish lotto isn’t locked by region. This means that, no matter where in the world you live, from the UK to beyond, you can easily participate in the game without having to jump through any hoops.
While you’re not likely to see opportunities for playing the lottery down at the corner store, the online world is much more accessible. In simple terms, as long as you have an accepted online payment method, chances are you’ll be able to buy a ticket of such great lotteries like MultiLotto. But first, check the review about this brand.
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This system can be bought into with a simple credit card, though major digital payment systems like Neteller and Skrill are also accepted. Simply make sure you have currency available on your system of choice, head to a provider, make an account, buy a ticket, and you’re ready to go.
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When it comes to checking possible payouts, winnings again aren’t likely to be shared at most corner stores. Instead, players can visit the same sorts of sites that offer UK Lotto draw results to see if they’ve backed any winning numbers. Websites like this are dedicated to listing the UK lotto results and payouts, but they can also provide numbers and results for the Irish game and the different payout tiers. Updated instantly, such services can streamline betting and payouts into one easy-to-understand location
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To Keep in Mind
If you’re new to the online betting space, or just the lottery, there are a couple of factors that you’ll need to keep in mind. The first is that to withdraw any winnings you’re still going to need proof of identity and a valid bank account. Often these methods can require verification data like bank invoices and pictures of photo ID, so be sure to have these handy in case you hit it big.
The second major issue to consider is that of device safety. Though the websites which allow betting are perfectly safe, the same might not be true about your computer or phone. For this reason, we’d recommend regular scans using free malware checkers to ensure your device of choice is free of unwanted eyes. Again, this is simpler than it might seem, so don’t be discouraged.
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From this point, you know all you need to get involved. Just like in the physical game, the online method is remarkably easy to use, even for those not technologically inclined. Simply follow the steps carefully, be sure your device is clean, and you’ll be ready to go. Just consider visiting Ireland if you do win, as thanks for what their lotto did for you.
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Police are searching for a missing bride-to-be, with CCTV from the day she vanished released
Daisy Jackson
Police have ramped up their appeal to find missing bride-to-be Eren Wright, releasing CCTV of her on the day she vanished.
Eren has been missing since 27 October, when she left her home address in Lytham St Annes.
Since then, her desperate fiancé has shared that her phone was last detected in Birkdale Southport at around 5.30pm that same day, and her bank accounts are empty.
He said last week in a post on Facebook: “Myself and the pets are freaking out not knowing where she is and if she is ok, she has been missing for nearly 12 hours.”
Eren was last seen just after 10am leaving her home on St David’s Road South.
She is described as white, 5’7″, slim, and with blonde hair. She also has tattoos of vines and a tree on her hand and arms.
Police have ramped up their appeal to find missing bride-to-be Eren Wright. Credit: Fylde Police
Eren was last seen wearing a light olive green hoodie with a painting on the front, beige/cream wide leg pants, and worn white trainers.
Police have now shared the new CCTV image of Eren in the hopes that someone might know where she is, or have seen her.
Fylde Police also said they were ‘worried’ about her.
If you see Eren or know where she might be, call 999 quoting log 1309 of October 27th.
Andy Burnham introduces new rules to tackle ‘rip-off’ parking charges
Daisy Jackson
City centre parking is at a premium, especially in a city like Manchester – but we’ve surely all made honest mistakes when paying and been slapped with eye-watering fines as a result.
Well now, Andy Burnham has announced a new Private Parking Code of Practice, which will clamp down on ‘rip-off’ private parking charges.
It will also make it easier for drivers to challenge unfair charges, capping charges for ‘smaller slip-ups’ at £20, and scrapping charges altogether on appeal for ‘honest mistakes’.
The new Code will get drivers a guaranteed five minutes to decide whether to park and 10 minutes to leave once their session ends.
Under the new Private Parking Code of Practice laid in Parliament today, you’ll be able to appeal to have all charges scrapped for honest mistakes like stopping briefly to check directions, and for situations like a medical emergency, breakdown or broken ticket machine.
Then charges will be capped at £20 for other mistakes such as forgetting a parking permit, entering the wrong vehicle’s registration or forgetting to confirm it in the machine when parking.
The Code also freezes the maximum parking charge at £100. Operators who don’t comply risk losing access to DVLA data, meaning that even if they issue a charge, it will be far more difficult to identify the registered owner to pursue payment.
Data shows just under 17 million private parking charges were issued in the UK last year alone.
Prime Minister Andy Burnham said: “Being a few minutes late back to your car or typing one digit of your numberplate wrong shouldn’t end with a hefty fine landing on your doormat.
“These charges leave people feeling ripped off and out of pocket, so I’m putting a stop to them.
Andy Burnham introduces new rules to tackle ‘rip-off’ parking charges. Credit: Unsplash, Samuel Isaacs
“We are introducing clearer rules, longer grace periods and lower charges for genuine mistakes, while going after the deliberate scams that rip drivers off.”
Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government Angela Rayner said: “Parking should be straightforward, not another everyday hassle. These changes mean drivers get a fairer deal, protected time to park and leave without fear of being unfairly charged, and confidence that private parking providers are held to a higher standard.
“It’s yet another step forward in this government’s plan to take the stress out of everyday life and ease the pressure on people’s pockets.”
Minister for Consumer Action, Kate Dearden, said: “Nobody works hard for their money just to be deceived by a dodgy trader, and this is exactly the kind of everyday rip-off this government is going after.
“By making it easier to take action against car clocking, we are protecting consumers’ hard-earned money and supporting businesses that play by the rules.”
The Manc -
1st May 2021 
