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Certain households will be getting free payments from the DWP in the run-up to Christmas.

The Christmas Bonus is returning for 2025 and is being handed to some vulnerable groups including pensioners and the disabled.

The extra payment is worth £10 and should enter bank accounts automatically during December for those who qualify.

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It's designed to provide a small boost over the expensive festive period.

People on benefits like PIP, Disability Living Allowance (DLA) and Attendance Allowance will be eligible.

They don't need to apply, the cash should arrive automatically.

Households who only claim Universal Credit a

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