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.
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.
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.
This Morning's Alison Hammond breaks down hearing a single mother's account of six years in temporary accommodation with her son. A record 172,420 children in England are homeless.
This Morning's Alison Hammond breaks down as a single mother reveals her family's six years in temporary accommodation. Shelter reports a record 172,420 homeless children in England.
A leading charity warns 23,500 young people face homelessness this winter, a worsening crisis. Discover the regional impact and personal stories behind the statistics.
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.
Discover how the StreetSmart campaign enables diners to support homelessness charities simply by enjoying meals at participating restaurants across the UK.
Former soldier Ben Griffin reveals how the Royal British Legion's emergency housing support prevented him from sleeping rough after serving his country.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Former Royal Navy personnel complete 135-mile Staffordshire protest march, demanding government action on veteran homelessness and housing support failures.
Discover how small gestures and community support are creating powerful connections and boosting wellbeing across UK towns and villages in challenging times.
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.
Essential guide to free school meal eligibility across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland - including universal provision and income thresholds.
Exclusive analysis shows over 145,800 children living in temporary accommodation across Britain - the highest number since records began, exposing a deepening homelessness crisis.
Exclusive investigation reveals shocking rise in child homelessness across the UK, with government policies failing to protect the most vulnerable from poverty and housing insecurity.
Shocking new figures reveal the devastating scale of child homelessness across the UK, with over 145,000 children currently living in temporary accommodation as government policies fail to address the growing emergency.
The Department for Work and Pensions has confirmed which vulnerable groups can still claim the crucial £299 Cost of Living support payment. Find out if you qualify.
Critical security warning for Windows 10 users as Microsoft ends essential support features, leaving systems vulnerable to cyber attacks and data breaches.
Exclusive investigation reveals nearly 5,000 Ukrainian refugees in Britain could become homeless within weeks as sponsorship arrangements collapse and government support falters.
Time is running out! UK households have just four days to apply for the Energy Bills Support Scheme Alternative Funding, providing £150 in free electricity credit. Discover if you're eligible and how to claim before the June 5th deadline.
Millions of households can now access winter fuel payments through a revolutionary new method. Discover how to secure your £300 cost of living support with our essential guide.