In May 2026’s Premium Bonds prize draw, two winners of £1 million were announced. These jackpot winners emerged despite a recent scandal affecting bereaved families’ access to their funds.
The first winner is from Suffolk. Their bond number is 567VN857011, purchased in January 2024. The second winner hails from the Highlands and Islands, with bond number 643SE292364, bought in September 2025.
As of midday, the total amount won across the country in May’s draw reached £1,819,000. There were 5,947,523 prizes drawn worth a collective £376,180,825.
The odds of winning any prize stood at 23,000 to 1 for each £1 saved in Premium Bonds. These bonds do not accrue interest but are entered into a monthly cash lottery.
Winners can check their results from the second working day of each month. Over 99% of prizes have been paid to winners since draws began in 1957.
However, there are millions of unclaimed Premium Bonds prizes. NS&I recently faced scrutiny due to a scandal that delayed access for around 37,500 bereaved individuals.
Dan Coatsworth emphasized that trust is crucial in financial services. Savers might be wary of NS&I following these operational failures.
Both of these savers will receive a visit from Agent Million—an anonymous NS&I employee who informs jackpot winners personally.
The maximum holding for an individual in Premium Bonds is £50,000. This incident highlights the ongoing popularity of NS&I as a savings brand across the UK.