THOUSANDS of households on benefits are set to receive a cash boost from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) before the end of the year.
The £10 payment, known as the benefits Christmas bonus, is typically paid to eligible households in December to help with extra costs during the festive season.
GettyThe Christmas bonus is due to be paid again this year[/caption]However, critics say the cash payout should be far higher.
The bonus was first introduced...