DWP £110 Payment In December: The Truth Behind The 'Bonus' And 5 Other Crucial Payments You Need To Know
The rumour of a DWP £110 payment in December has caused significant confusion among claimants, particularly pensioners and those on low-income benefits, but the reality behind this specific sum is far more localized than a national government bonus. As of December 2024, there is no blanket, nationwide £110 payment from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP); instead, this money is being distributed by various local councils across the UK through the Household Support Fund (HSF), a DWP-backed initiative to help with the ongoing cost of living crisis.
This article cuts through the speculation to provide the definitive guide to all DWP payments scheduled for December 2024, including the confirmed bank holiday changes, the actual Christmas Bonus amount, and the substantial Winter Fuel Payment. Understanding the distinction between national benefits and local grants, like the HSF, is key to ensuring you receive all the financial support you are entitled to during the costly winter period.
The Truth About the DWP £110 Payment: A Local Council Grant
The specific mention of a £110 DWP payment is a direct reference to financial support being provided under the Household Support Fund (HSF). The HSF is a pot of money provided by the central government (DWP) to local authorities in England and Wales. The crucial point is that local councils decide who is eligible, how much they receive, and how the money is distributed, meaning the £110 payment is not universal.
This localized approach explains why some households, particularly State Pensioners or those receiving specific benefits, have received letters or payments of this amount, while others have not.
HSF £110 Payment: Who Is Receiving It?
The eligibility and payment method for the £110 grant are entirely dependent on the specific local council’s scheme. This is why the payment is not listed on the official DWP national benefits schedule.
- Source of Funds: The DWP funds the HSF, but the local council is the distributor.
- Targeted Groups: Many councils, such as Nottinghamshire, Cambridgeshire, and Derbyshire County Council, have targeted low-income pensioners, households with children, and those receiving means-tested benefits like Pension Credit or Housing Benefit.
- Payment Method: The payment can be a direct cash transfer, a supermarket voucher (for retailers like Tesco or Sainsbury’s), or a credit to an energy account.
- Crucial Action: You must check your local council’s website (by searching for "Household Support Fund [Your Council Name]") to see their specific eligibility criteria and application process, as some payments are automatic while others require an application.
Confirmed DWP Payments in December 2024: The Essential List
While the £110 payment is a local phenomenon, there are three major national DWP payments that millions of people can expect in December 2024: the Winter Fuel Payment, the Christmas Bonus, and the early payment of all regular benefits due to the bank holidays.
1. Early Benefit Payment Dates Due to Christmas Bank Holidays
The most important DWP update for December 2024 concerns the rescheduling of regular benefit payments. Due to Christmas Day and Boxing Day being bank holidays, any payment due on these dates, or the surrounding days, will be moved forward. This is a standard procedure to ensure claimants receive their money before the banks close.
The confirmed new payment dates for benefits like Universal Credit, State Pension, Personal Independence Payment (PIP), Employment and Support Allowance (ESA), Jobseeker's Allowance (JSA), and Pension Credit are as follows:
| Normal Payment Date | DWP Payment Date in December 2024 |
|---|---|
| Wednesday, 25 December (Christmas Day) | Tuesday, 24 December 2024 |
| Thursday, 26 December (Boxing Day) | Tuesday, 24 December 2024 |
| Friday, 27 December | Tuesday, 24 December 2024 (or no change, depending on usual weekly/monthly cycle) |
| Wednesday, 1 January 2025 (New Year's Day) | Tuesday, 31 December 2024 |
Action Point: If your payment is due between Christmas Day and New Year’s Day, you should expect it to arrive on Tuesday, December 24, or Tuesday, December 31, 2024.
2. The £10 Christmas Bonus (DWP XB)
The Christmas Bonus is a genuine, national DWP payment, but it is a one-off sum of £10—not £110. It is a tax-free payment made automatically to people who receive certain benefits during the qualifying week, which is typically the first full week of December.
- Amount: £10 (tax-free).
- Payment Date: Automatically paid in the first week of December 2024 (anticipated to be between December 2–8).
- How to Spot It: The payment will appear on your bank statement with the reference 'DWP XB'.
- Eligibility: You must be ordinarily resident in the UK, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, or Gibraltar and receive one of the qualifying benefits, which include State Pension, Pension Credit, Attendance Allowance, Disability Living Allowance, PIP, and ESA.
3. The Winter Fuel Payment (£200 to £300)
The largest DWP payment made to older people in December is the Winter Fuel Payment. This is an annual, tax-free payment designed to help with heating costs.
- Amount: Between £200 and £300, depending on your age and living circumstances.
- Payment Date: Most eligible people receive the payment automatically in November or December. You should receive a letter confirming your payment details.
- Eligibility: You must have reached the State Pension age (the qualifying age is typically tied to the period of 22 September to 21 September of the following year).
- Key Entity: The payment often includes the Pensioner Cost of Living Payment, which was an extra £150 or £300 in previous years, now consolidated into the overall Winter Fuel Payment amount.
4. Other DWP Support and Cost of Living Entity Updates
It is also essential to be aware of the status of other key cost of living support schemes to avoid confusion with the localized £110 payment.
Cost of Living Payments (Concluded)
The main Cost of Living Payments (the £900 series for means-tested benefits and the separate Disability Payment) officially concluded in early 2024, with no further national payments of this type confirmed for 2025.
DWP Benefit Entitlements and Topical Authority
Beyond the one-off payments, all regular benefit payments remain in effect, with their payment dates adjusted for the Christmas bank holidays. These include:
- Universal Credit: The main means-tested benefit.
- State Pension: Regular weekly or four-weekly payments.
- Personal Independence Payment (PIP): Support for those with long-term health conditions or disabilities.
- Child Benefit: Payments for those responsible for children.
- Attendance Allowance: For older people who need care.
The DWP encourages all claimants to check their bank accounts on the early payment dates to ensure funds are available for the Christmas period. If a payment is missed or delayed, the DWP contact lines are the first port of call, though they will be busier around the bank holidays.
Summary of December DWP Payments
To summarise, the highly-searched DWP £110 payment in December is an important, but localized, grant from the Household Support Fund (HSF), distributed by your local council, not a national DWP bonus. The actual national DWP payments you should be aware of for December 2024 are the early payment dates for all regular benefits, the small £10 Christmas Bonus (DWP XB), and the substantial Winter Fuel Payment (up to £300) for pensioners. Always check your local council's website for HSF eligibility and the official DWP website for bank holiday payment schedule changes.
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