December 2025 UK Benefit Dates & Cost of Living Help
Essential guide to December 2025 benefit payment dates, state pension changes, and all available cost of living support for UK households. Find out what help you can claim.
Essential guide to December 2025 benefit payment dates, state pension changes, and all available cost of living support for UK households. Find out what help you can claim.
Brooke Mueller files a court claim for over $15 million in alleged unpaid child support from actor Charlie Sheen, citing years of missed payments and interest. She demands payment within 30 days.
A new study reveals a nutrient mixture of zinc, serine, and BCAAs reversed autism-like symptoms in mice, offering a promising new dietary therapy avenue for ASD. Could this lead to human treatments?
Wakefield Council is distributing £70 supermarket vouchers to low-income households receiving council tax support. Find out if you're eligible and learn about similar schemes across the UK.
A coroner concludes delays in Riley Townsend's autism assessment did not contribute to his tragic death. Read the full inquest findings and the family's long quest for support.
Actor Douglas Booth shares tragic loss of his father to suicide in May, sparking vital conversation on men's mental health struggles and undiagnosed autism. Find support.
Thousands of UK families are receiving £120 in free vouchers this winter via the Household Support Fund. Check if your local council is providing this crucial financial help.
Nearly 1.2 million UK adults receive DWP support for musculoskeletal issues. Check if you're eligible for payments of up to £749.80 every four weeks.
The DWP is providing up to £1,085 in winter support payments to eligible UK households. Discover the five key schemes and check your eligibility now to see if you can claim.
Struggling UK households can claim an average of £750 in support via Lightning Reach. Check your eligibility for vouchers and grants ahead of the new Budget.
In an unprecedented legal decision, a Turkish court has mandated a divorced man to provide monthly financial support for his former wife's cat, setting a remarkable precedent in animal welfare and divorce law.
Oscar-winning actor Sir Anthony Hopkins reveals how his autism diagnosis later in life transformed his perspective and celebrates his enduring marriage to wife Stella Arroyave.
Exclusive guide reveals which DWP benefits require means-testing and how your income and savings could affect your payments. Don't miss out on financial support you're entitled to.
Premier League club Nottingham Forest demonstrates remarkable community spirit by offering financial assistance to supporters injured in the terrifying Huntingdon train station stabbing incident that left multiple victims fighting for their lives.
A powerful story of sibling love and mental health survival, where one man's regular embrace became the anchor that saved his sister from the depths of depression.
Discover the incredible story of a marathon runner with autism who shattered expectations and completed the New York City Marathon, transforming perceptions about neurodiversity in sports.
Groundbreaking research involving over 62,000 pregnancies reveals COVID-19 vaccination during pregnancy doesn't increase autism risk in children, providing crucial reassurance for expectant mothers.
Exclusive investigation reveals Donald Trump's relentless pressure on FDA officials to fast-track leucovorin for autism treatment despite limited scientific evidence and expert warnings.
Exclusive investigation reveals how the termination of the Household Support Fund is pushing vulnerable families into deeper poverty across Britain, with councils warning of catastrophic consequences.
Manchester United legend Paul Scholes opens up for the first time about his son's non-verbal autism diagnosis and the private struggle he hid from teammates during his playing career.
British Gas announces £1,700 financial support package for vulnerable households struggling with energy bills this winter. Find out if you qualify and how to apply.
Turkish Airlines launches groundbreaking medical identification cards to support travellers with invisible conditions like Parkinson's and autism, transforming air travel accessibility.
Model and TV personality Christine McGuinness opens up about the daily challenges and emotional struggles of raising three children with autism in a candid new interview.
In an extraordinary retail rivalry, Waitrose and Asda are competing to secure the services of 28-year-old Ben, an autistic volunteer, after his mother's emotional appeal went viral. Discover how this bittersweet employment battle is changing perceptions a
A vulnerable autistic man was left humiliated after Waitrose staff refused him entry with his assistance dog, sparking outrage and an immediate apology from the supermarket chain.
Discover how small gestures and community support are creating powerful connections and boosting wellbeing across UK towns and villages in challenging times.
A heartwarming story emerges from Kent as a Waitrose employee's simple gesture transforms a shopping trip for an autistic child and his grateful mother.
A 21-year-old autistic man has been working unpaid at Waitrose for 18 months through a government scheme, raising serious questions about disability employment rights and exploitation.
Britney Spears' ex-husband Kevin Federline is reportedly seeking substantial financial support years after their divorce, raising questions about ongoing financial obligations and celebrity divorce settlements.
A 35-year-old mother has been sentenced to life imprisonment for the brutal murder of her five-year-old autistic son in a case that has shocked the nation and raised serious questions about support for families with special needs children.