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Millions of benefit claimants across the UK are set to receive their payments early due to the upcoming Early May bank holiday on Monday, May 5. Instead of receiving their payments on the bank holiday, claimants will receive their benefits on Friday, May 2, as government offices will be closed on the Monday.
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has also announced revised payment dates. However, those whose payment dates do not fall on the bank holiday will receive their payments as usual, with no disruptions expected.
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has confirmed that the following benefits will be paid early:
- Pension Credit
- Carer’s Allowance
- Universal Credit
- Income Support
- Jobseeker’s Allowance (JSA)
- Employment Support Allowance (ESA)
- Personal Independence Payment (PIP)
- State Pension
- Attendance Allowance
Further details on benefit payment dates can be found on GOV.UK here.
The DWP has stated that arrangements have been made to ensure claimants receive their payments on a day when their offices are open, hence the decision to make payments early.
In a statement, the DWP said: “On Monday 5 May offices and phone lines are closed. To make sure people get their payment on a day when our offices are open, arrangements have been made to make some payments early. If the expected payment date is Monday 5 May then benefits will be paid early on Friday 2 May.”
HMRC
According to HMRC guidelines, if your payment date falls on a bank holiday, you may receive your payment early. This applies to payments like Child Benefit and Guardian’s Allowance.
If you’re expecting a payment but it doesn’t arrive, it’s recommended that you get in touch with HMRC to check for any errors.
You can reach them by calling 0345 300 3900. It’s crucial to remember that the helpline may ask you security questions, so make sure your personal details are current and readily available to facilitate the process.
