Benefits from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) or HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) are usually paid on a regular basis directly into your bank, building society or credit union account.
However, if your payment date falls on a weekend or a Bank Holiday you will usually be paid on the working day before, although this may be different for people claiming Tax Credits or Child Benefit.
And while it may seem like a long way off, it’s essential to know exactly what money you’ll have going in and when, especially over the festive period when government offices and banks may be closed.The DWP is responsible for administering a number of benefits including Universal Credit, legacy benefits, Personal Independence Payment (PIP) and State
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