Jennifer Gothard, from Cleveleys, is still waiting for the payout after five weeks, describing the situation as 'extremely frustrating'
A National Lottery winner who scooped a £10,000 prize on a £3 scratchcard has been left penniless for five weeks due to a new rule.
Jennifer expressed her dismay saying: "They can't even tell me whether I've really won or not. They apparently have a big backlog of claims to get through and they still haven't got around to checking mine.""I was so excited and happy about my big win. Finally, it was like I'd been given a break and the chance for a fresh start after a really tough few years.
"I will finally be debt free, and maybe get ahead on a couple of payments. But most of all I can finally get divorced, do some decorating and enjoy a much-needed holiday for me and my mum.
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