December 2025 Money Changes: DWP Bonus & More
Your guide to December 2025's financial updates, including the DWP Christmas bonus, inflation data, and benefit payment dates. Plan your finances now.
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.
New Missouri customers can use BetMGM bonus code INDEPENBET to secure up to $1,500 back in bonus bets if their first wager loses. Claim this pre-launch offer before November 30.
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.
Celebrity chef James Martin reveals his simple three-ingredient gravy recipe you can make and freeze now to save precious time and energy on Christmas Day.
Millions on benefits like Universal Credit and PIP will receive an automatic £10 tax-free payment in early December. Check if you qualify and what to do if you don't receive it.
Nearly half a million low-income earners have received bonuses up to £1,200 via the Help to Save scheme. Find out if you're eligible and how to claim your government bonus.
Barclays confirms a £400 switching bonus for eligible customers who move to its Premium current account. Find out the strict criteria and how to claim your cash within 28 days.
A rescue cat named Lumen helped test 10 artificial Christmas trees for durability and feline appeal. Discover which trees withstood the ultimate cat challenge and how to sustainably donate your old tree.
Discover the ultimate Christmas 2025 gift guide for your pets. From turkey-flavoured treats to stylish tartan coats, find perfect presents for your furry friends.
Discover the 9 best UK Christmas markets according to Which? magazine's 2025 ranking, featuring festive favourites from York to Belfast. Plan your perfect seasonal trip today!
Cat owners can prevent festive chaos by making one simple change to Christmas ornament placement. Expert tips for a pet-safe holiday season revealed.
Barclays confirms the £2,000 deposit is essential for its £200 switch bonus. Learn how to qualify and potentially get up to £900 in total cash incentives.
Shoppers who purchased heavily discounted Christmas trees from online marketplace Temu are reporting disappointing deliveries of wilted, browning firs that are shedding needles within days of arrival.
Millions of Britons on benefits will receive the traditional £10 Christmas bonus from DWP in 2025. Here's who qualifies and when to expect the tax-free payment.
A UK brewery is making headlines by offering staff a staggering £1,000 bonus to work on Christmas Day, sparking debate about festive work compensation.
A controversially sparse Christmas tree in London's affluent Mayfair district has become an unlikely tourist attraction, drawing comparisons to Charlie Brown's tree and sparking heated debates about holiday spirit.
The legendary Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli provides the breathtaking soundtrack to this year's John Lewis Christmas advert, performing a stunning rendition of 'Hallelujah' alongside the adorable Snapper the Venus flytrap.
Sainsbury's brings back the magic of Christmas with a nostalgic BFG-themed advertisement featuring stunning animation and Roald Dahl's beloved giant, marking a return to classic storytelling after years of cost-of-living focused campaigns.
Get an exclusive first look at the John Lewis Christmas 2025 advert strategy. Discover what magical themes and emotional storytelling the retail giant is planning for next year's highly anticipated festive campaign.
The Department for Work and Pensions has officially announced the 2025 Christmas Bonus for millions of UK benefit claimants. Discover who qualifies, when payments arrive, and what this tax-free bonus means for recipients.
Marks & Spencer unveils its 2024 Christmas campaign featuring comedy legend Dawn French and Michelin-starred chef Tom Kerridge in a mouthwatering celebration of festive food.
Get ahead of the festive rush with our exclusive preview of the hottest Christmas 2025 gifts, from revolutionary tech gadgets to nostalgic toys making a comeback.
Looking beyond chocolate this Christmas? Explore our curated selection of unique festive treats from luxury biscuits to artisanal cheeses that will transform your holiday celebrations.
Discover how traditional craftsmanship, sentimental ornaments and vintage-inspired decorations are transforming British Christmas styling for 2025, as homeowners embrace cosy nostalgia over minimalist trends.
Traditional Christmas dinners are being replaced with global flavours and dietary alternatives as British families embrace culinary change. Discover the surprising new favourites gracing festive tables.
Discover the enchanting subterranean Christmas markets of Valkenburg, Netherlands - a festive wonderland hidden within ancient caves that offers a truly unique yuletide experience away from the crowds.
Discover Valkenburg's enchanting subterranean Christmas markets, hidden within ancient Dutch caves and offering a truly magical festive experience away from the crowds.