My understanding was a couple receives £300, and singletons get £200. Still nothing for me yet.

Are you old enough

The one-off, tax-free bonus was introduced as part of the Pensioners’ and Family Income Supplement Payments Act in 1972, under the Conservative government of Sir Edward Heath. It’s aim was to offer support during a time of high inflation. Today, people on a number of benefits, including Carer’s Allowance, contribution-based Employment and Support Allowance (ESA) and disability benefits, receive the money. It is also available for older people who receive the state pension.

The bonus has stayed at £10 since inception five decades ago except in 2008, when it increased to £70 to support 15 million vulnerable people during the financial crash. But the general lack of uprating has drawn criticism in recent times, as has the fact it is not available for Universal Credit claimants.

I’m not desperate for the £200, as my account with the energy supplier is in credit, but time is getting on...

I wonder why you haven't received yours.

Ah, yes. I heard that they're refusing to pay anyone who voted to remain in the EU.