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The Christmas Bonus is a one-off tax-free £10 payment to people who get certain benefits - what you'll get, eligibility, how to claim
The Christmas Bonus is a one-off tax-free £10 payment made before…
The Christmas Bonus is a one-off payment of £10. If you get more than one…
To get a Christmas Bonus you must be present or ‘ordinarily resident’ in…
You do not need to claim the Christmas Bonus - you should get it…
If you’re part of a married couple, in a civil partnership or living…
Check the tariff classification for decorative articles for Christmas trees.
An explanation of how holiday entitlement and pay operate during the pandemic, where it differs from the standard holiday entitlement and pay guidance.
Resources for individuals and organisations to download to support buying toys safely this Christmas.
The Government has today taken further steps to ensure essential public services remain open during industrial action.
Guidance for the Christmas period.
Check the tariff classification for lighting strings or light chains used for Christmas trees.
Minimum service level regulations for rail workers, ambulance staff and border security staff will be laid in parliament to mitigate disruption and ensure vital public services continue if strikes are called, the government has announced today (Monday 6 November).
Maritime sector working round the clock since September to deliver Christmas to households across the UK.
Opening times during the 2019 holiday period
Fire safety advice for Christmas celebrations.
What to do if you're visiting the UK for a holiday or to see family or friends: check if you’re eligible, if you need a visa, and what to do before you visit.
PAYE procedures to follow if you pay holiday pay in advance or run a holiday pay scheme for your employees.
Rules on travel over the Christmas Period
The Prime Minister has been joined by businesses, charities and community groups in a festive celebration at Downing Street, where he also switched on the Christmas lights outside Number 10.
Ask your council about before and after school clubs and holiday play schemes run by a school, private or voluntary organisation
Environment Secretary invites people to raise a glass to UK farmers and food producers this Christmas.
Product Safety Report for QIFU Plush Christmas Gonks Set presenting a serious risk of choking.
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