August bank holiday payment dates: When will my Universal Credit, child benefit or state pension be paid?

THOUSANDS of households on benefits will see their payment dates change around the August bank holiday. Those on Universal Credit or other benefits often see their usual payments land in their account earlier than normal. 1 Thousands on benefits will see their benefit payments change this month Credit: Alamy The Government does this to ensure no one is left waiting for payments over the bank holiday.

But if you don't know about the rule, you might be caught unaware. Here, we explain what you need to know. When will I get my payment? Households which would have got their payment on Monday, August 26, should have been paid on Friday, August 23.

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