CHRISTMAS could come early for lucky Redditch residents as the countdown begins to the launch of the Redditch Community Lottery.

On December 17 tickets for the lottery can be bought online.

Judith Willis, head of community services for Redditch Borough Council, said: “If you are stuck for that last minute Christmas present for a friend or family member, a lottery subscription or a ticket or two could make an extra special gift which not only supports our valuable voluntary and community sector but there’s a chance to win up to £25,000.”

Ticket-buyers can choose which local voluntary and community groups, charities and organisations, which have signed up to the scheme, will benefit from 50 per cent of their cash with a further 10 per cent going to the Redditch Community Fund pot.

Judith added: “It’s win-win for our VCS and for our residents who can win cash prizes.”

The webpage to buy tickets will be launched at redditchbc.gov.uk/lottery.

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