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Sat 17 Jan 2026 • 20:47

National Lottery Lotto draw delayed as stream hit with technical glitch

National Lottery Lotto draw delayed as stream hit with technical glitch

The National Lottery draw that determines the winning numbers has been postponed due to unexpected technical problems. Participants eagerly awaiting the results were left frustrated as the usual schedule was disrupted.

Instead of the customary 8 PM broadcast, the draw experienced delays, leading to a flurry of reactions from players. The absence of transparency surrounding the issue has raised concerns about the reliability of the lottery system. "Any news on tonight's lotto draw @TNLUK? Another week and it's not been released at 8pm as it always has been!" questioned one user on social media.

The discontent continues, as another player expressed dissatisfaction, stating, "@TNLUK where's tonight's lotto? Or have you had yet another failure? Still waiting for that £1 promise to be kept as well." This incident adds to the mounting scrutiny faced by the National Lottery, as maintaining public trust is paramount for the organization.