18 h. ago Check eligibility for DWP extra payment as 'qualifying week' expected to start

Anyone claiming 24 benefits during the qualifying week could be entitled to the Christmas Bonus

Politics

18 h. ago 'Qualifying week' for DWP benefit bonus expected to start on Monday

The extra, tax-free payment, known as the 'Christmas Bonus' is a free £10 that usually arrives in bank accounts before December 2

Politics

38 h. ago Huge boost for £140m project to transform Cardiff Central station

A go-ahead announcement is expected next week

Economics

42 h. ago Snow in Scotland: Five things you need to know before it hits

Snow is expected to become widespread by next week, as the forecast expects harsh weather conditions for the next five days across most of the country

Events

65 h. ago DWP PIP changes which will see thousands get extra payments into bank accounts

The new measure is anticipated to cost as much as £6bn

Economics

67 h. ago Italy’s parliament delays new law to define sex without consent as rape

Legislation stalls after coalition ally says measure would ‘clog up the courts’ and fuel personal vendettasItaly’s parliament has delayed a debate over a landmark law that would define sex without consent as rape amid a rift within the ruling coalition.The measure, the result of a rare pact between the far-right prime minister, Giorgia Meloni, and her main political opponent, the centre-left leader, Elly Schlein, passed in the lower house last week and had been expected to get final approval in the senate this week. Continue reading...

Politics

67 h. ago Italy’s rape law stalls as Matteo Salvini claims it could be used for ‘vendettas’

Parliament delays debate over law defining sex without consent as rape, after comments by far-right deputy PMItaly’s parliament has delayed a debate over a landmark law that would define sex without consent as rape amid a rift within the ruling coalition.The measure, the result of a rare pact between the far-right prime minister, Giorgia Meloni, and her main political opponent, the centre-left leader, Elly Schlein, passed in the lower house last week and had been expected to get final approval in the senate this week. Continue reading...

Events

2 d. ago What we know about Greater Manchester weather as 'persistent rain' and 'frosty nights' forecast by Met Office

Although temperatures are higher than last week, some frosty nights are still expected

Society

3 d. ago Millions of pensioners to receive £575 boost under 'triple lock'

From April, the rate of the full new state pension is expected to increase to just over £240 per week - an increase the Chancellor said was worth £575 per year.

Economics

3 d. ago DWP told to consider adding extra element to Attendance Allowance

Calls for DWP to make a change

Politics

4 d. ago MLS insider gives lowdown on Celtic target Wilfried Nancy as ex

WILFRIED NANCY is on the verge of being appointed the new manager of Celtic. The search for Brendan Rodgers' successor appears to be almost over around a month after he sensationally quit the Hoops. And the 48-year-old is expected to be announced next week with talks at an advanced stage. It's after SunSport told you...

Events

4 d. ago Wicked fans issue same Ariana Grande demand as prequel announced

Wicked: For Good landed in cinemas last week and the story is expanding sooner than fans may expect

Politics

5 d. ago McDonalds axing 11 items from its menu this week including two burgers

Changes are expected to be made from next week

Politics

5 d. ago Two thirds of voters want Reeves to cut spending rather than hike taxes in Budget

Sir Keir and his chancellor Rachel Reeves are facing a make-or-break Budget this week, with the chancellor expected to increase taxes to plug the gaps in the public finances

Economics

5 d. ago Full list of people eligible for extra DWP Christmas payment next month

The DWP will issue a wide variety of people a tax-free bonus payment in just a matter of days

Politics

6 d. ago First saplings from illegally felled Sycamore Gap tree are planted

More than half of the 49 'trees of hope' from the sycamore that stood for more than a century in a dip in Hadrian's Wall are expected to be planted over the course of the week.

Events

7 d. ago DWP extra financial support available to families on low income

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) provides a wide variety of payments and discounts to those who need it most - here's a full list of what you could be entitled to

Politics

8 d. ago People earning under £80k could claim up to £3k a year HMRC benefit

People should check if they are eligible and apply, as the scheme isn't automatic

Economics

9 d. ago DWP £25 payments warning to check your bank statement for six

People on six kinds of benefits may qualify for the extra DWP cash

Economics

1 week ago Oodie launches £1 Grey Oodie Original deal as huge Black Friday sale starts

Oodie is set to unleash a £1 Grey Oodie Original this week, and with only one thousand available it is expected to sell out in minutes. Here’s how to get one and the best Black Friday deals already live.

Economics