A COMMUNITY in a town near Glasgow has won the biggest Scottish prize in Postcode Lottery history.

Residents from one Wishaw area have become £7.9 million richer, thanks to People’s Postcode Lottery.

The huge win means every household in the ML2 0 area will receive at least £1000 with the full prize being announced on Saturday.

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When the full winning postcode is revealed, players on one street can expect to scoop a six-figure sum.

People’s Postcode Lottery ambassador Judie McCourt said: “I am so excited for our Wishaw winners and can’t wait to bring them this fantastic news.

"I’m sure they’ll all be excited for Saturday, and I think this surprise will make their weekend!”