Next week, the payment date for certain benefits, including Universal Credit, will be moved up for thousands of recipients. This adjustment is due to the upcoming May bank holiday on Monday, May 4. The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) does not process benefit payments on bank holidays, so payments scheduled for May 4 will be made on Friday, May 1 instead.
A similar change will occur for the second bank holiday on Monday, May 25, with payments being issued on Friday, May 22 instead. While receiving payments early can provide more wait time until the next payment, the amount remains unchanged unless personal circumstances have been updated. Additionally, some HMRC benefits, such as Child Benefit, will also be affected by the payment shift.
The frequency of benefit payments varies based on the type of benefit claimed. For instance, Universal Credit is typically paid on the same day each month, while Child Benefit is usually disbursed every four weeks on a Monday or Tuesday. It’s important to note that Universal Credit has replaced various other benefits like Income-based Jobseeker’s Allowance, Income-related Employment and Support Allowance, Income Support, Child Tax Credits, Working Tax Credits, and Housing Benefit.
If a payment issue arises, it is advisable to first confirm the bank account details and then reach out to the relevant helpline if necessary. However, helplines are often closed on bank holidays, requiring individuals to wait until the next business day for assistance.
For detailed information on the payment schedules of specific benefits, refer to the list provided below:
– Universal Credit
– Child Benefit
– Jobseeker’s Allowance, Income Support, Incapacity Benefit, and Employment and Support Allowance
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