DWP confirms Christmas benefit payment date changes
The DWP has announced adjusted payment dates for benefits and State Pension over the 2025/2026 festive period due to bank holidays. Find out how to plan your finances.
The DWP has announced adjusted payment dates for benefits and State Pension over the 2025/2026 festive period due to bank holidays. Find out how to plan your finances.
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Thousands of UK state pensioners receive payments early on Christmas Eve due to bank holidays. Find out if you're affected and how to manage your budget.
Thousands of UK households will see DWP payments like Universal Credit and State Pension land early due to bank holidays. Find out if you're affected and how to manage your budget.
The DWP is issuing state pension and benefit payments early due to the bank holidays. Find out if you're affected and how to manage your budget.
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DWP confirms early state pension payments for Christmas and New Year bank holidays. Check if you're affected and plan your finances accordingly.
The DWP has announced adjusted payment dates for State Pension and key benefits over the festive holidays to ensure claimants receive funds on time. Check the new schedule here.
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The DWP is adjusting payment dates for 12 key benefits in December due to Christmas and New Year bank holidays. Find out when you'll be paid and what to do if your money is late.
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