Forgot to order the turkey? This stress-free, two-hour roast chicken Christmas dinner menu with a one-trolley shopping list is your festive safety net. Get all the trimmings with minimal fuss.
Our ultimate guide reveals the best supermarket Christmas food for 2025, from starters to desserts. Find out which retailers offer top quality and value to impress your guests without breaking the bank.
The DWP has announced altered payment dates for benefits and State Pensions over Christmas 2025. Find out when you'll be paid and what to do if your money is late.
The Guardian's annual Christmas cartoon challenge by Stephen Collins is back. Can you identify the 20 figures who defined the news in 2025? Test your knowledge now.
Don't miss the last posting dates for Christmas 2025. Check Royal Mail, DPD, and Evri deadlines to ensure your gifts arrive on time. Post early to avoid disappointment.
President Trump declares a 'special warrior dividend' for 1.45 million active duty personnel. Read the full details of his year-end economic address and the political backdrop.
Plan your festive shop with our complete guide to Christmas and New Year opening hours for Tesco, Sainsbury's, Aldi, Asda, Lidl, M&S, Morrisons, Waitrose and Co-op. Avoid locked doors!
Pension experts warn UK workers could see over 40% of their Christmas bonus vanish in tax and NI. Using a 'bonus sacrifice' scheme could protect your money and boost your pension. Act now before your bonus is paid.
The DWP is paying a £10 Christmas Bonus to qualifying benefit claimants. Find out if you're eligible, when it should arrive, and the steps to take if the payment doesn't come by January 1st.
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Discover the UK's top Christmas markets for 2025, from York's foodie paradise to Birmingham's authentic German market. Find dates, highlights, and festive inspiration.
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M&S's 2025 Christmas food-to-order menu is here, featuring festive Colin the Caterpillar & wagyu beef pie. Items are selling rapidly, with collection from 22-24 Dec. Order now.
Tesco is offering hundreds of imperfect Christmas trees for free on 6 December. Embrace festive imperfection and consider a donation to food banks. Get yours while stocks last!
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The DWP's annual £10 Christmas bonus is being paid to millions on benefits and State Pension this week. Find out if you're eligible, when it arrives, and why it's been called an 'insult'.
The Post Office warns Friday 8 December will be its busiest day, as a survey shows a 33% surge in Britons planning to send gifts. Royal Mail hires 20,000 temps. Post early to avoid stress.
A new survey reveals Gen Z is breaking festive food traditions, with over half using mayo and ketchup instead of gravy. Discover the saucy scandal reshaping the British Christmas dinner.
A Hertfordshire mother reveals her 18-year strategy for preparing Christmas dinner weeks in advance, saving time and money. Discover her tips for a stress-free festive kitchen.
Thousands are receiving the DWP's annual £10 Christmas Bonus. Find out if you're eligible, when it arrives, and why the unchanged sum faces criticism.
Discover stylish festive knits for Christmas Jumper Day 2025. From Fair Isle to subtle sequins, find wearable designs from £16 that avoid novelty tackiness.
The DWP's tax-free £10 Christmas Bonus qualifying week runs December 1-7. Check if you're among those claiming 24 benefits eligible for this automatic payment.
Your guide to December 2025's financial updates, including the DWP Christmas bonus, inflation data, and benefit payment dates. Plan your finances now.
Discover the best value Christmas tree deals at UK supermarkets for 2025. Compare prices at Tesco, Asda, Sainsbury's, Lidl, Aldi and Morrisons to find your perfect tree.
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The DWP's annual £10 Christmas Bonus is paid automatically to those on qualifying benefits from Monday. Find out if you're eligible and how you'll receive the tax-free payment.
New legislation grants DWP investigators powers to directly recover funds from bank accounts and check account data for benefit fraud. Learn what this means for claimants.
The DWP will automatically pay a £10 Christmas Bonus to eligible benefit claimants in early December. Find out if you qualify and what to do if payment is missed.