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.
Read more in Money SHUT UP SHOP High street chain with 1,400 branches to close store for good by end of month CLOSING TIME Tesco to close store permanently within weeks after axing discount chain Official government guidance states: "Benefits are usually paid straight into your bank, building society or credit union account. "If your payment date is on a weekend or a bank holiday you'll usually be paid on the working day before." Does a bank holiday only affect those on Universal Credit? The change can impact individuals claiming a number of benefits, including Universal Credit .
Those on the following benefits may also see payments land earlier. Most read in Money MORAY MANIA Cops called amid huge queues as fizzy drink re-launch causes chaos ISLE BE THERE I left my UK seaside town to live on tiny Scots island with just 60 people LAST ORDERS 'Another icon gone' say punters as historic Scots pub announces shock closure UPPER CRUST Inside Glasgow's new pizza place, with £9 mains it's a perfect slice of Naples Attendance allowance Carer's allowance Disability living allowance Income support Jobseeker's allowance Pension credit Personal independence payment (PIP) State pension Universal Credit Child benefit Tax credits Single mum Phoebe Evans says she wouldn't be able to buy the simple things like formula and nappies without Universal Credit Will my payment amount change? The only thing that changes is when you get paid. Your benefit amount won't change if it is paid early, unless there's been a change in circumstances which impacts how much you are due.
Of course, the amount you get depends on which benefits you are currently claiming. If you think you're eligible for benefits and missing out, then we've explained how to check which benefits you could claim. How will it affect me? Getting paid early will mean you need to plan your month to ensure you don't overspend.
Make sure to factor this into your budget for May and June. If you don't receive your benefit payment one working day before the August bank holiday, contact the DWP directly. Will other benefit payment dates change? There are three more bank holidays before the end of this year which could impact when you receive your benefits.
Here's when the DWP or HMRC will make your payments if you're expecting them on a public holiday: December 25 and 26 - payments will be made on December 24 instead Read more on the Scottish Sun MORAY MANIA Cops called amid huge queues as fizzy drink re-launch causes chaos MURRAY MAKEOVER Andy Murray hit with fresh warning over renovations at luxury Cromlix hotel Are you missing out on benefits? YOU can use a benefits calculator to help check that you are not missing out on money you are entitled to Charity Turn2Us' benefits calculator works out what you could get. Entitledto's free calculator determines whether you qualify for various benefits, tax credit and Universal Credit. MoneySavingExpert.
com and charity StepChange both have benefits tools powered by Entitledto's data. You can use Policy in Practice's calculator to determine which benefits you could receive and how much cash you'll have left over each month after paying for housing costs. Your exact entitlement will only be clear when you make a claim, but calculators can indicate what you might be eligible for.
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