Overview

• HMRC has confirmed that payments scheduled for Monday, August 25, will be processed on Friday, August 22.
• The DWP is expected to mirror HMRC’s schedule under its policy of advancing benefit payments ahead of bank holidays or weekends.
• Universal Credit and other entitlements such as State Pension, PIP, JSA, ESA, Child Benefit, Pension Credit, Attendance Allowance and Carer’s Allowance are among those affected.
• Financial advisers warn that receiving instalments early can disrupt household budgeting by increasing the gap before the following payment.
• With Jobcentres closed on the bank holiday, recipients should check GOV.UK and contact DWP helplines or arrange Alternative Payment Arrangements if their funds do not arrive.