The government Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) today took to social media to remind people that the coronation of King Charles III will mean some changes to benefit payment dates. In a post on Twitter the DWP said that in some cases people who would have got paid on Monday May 8 will instead get it earlier.
The DWP said: “If you are due to be paid on 8 May, you will be paid on 5 May. Please contact us straight away if there is a problem with your payment.” May will see three bank holidays, including the extra one to celebrate the coronation of King Charles III.
Benefits are usually paid straight into a claimant’s bank, building society or credit union account. If your usual payment date falls on May 8, the DWP will instead send out your benefit payments earlier than usual.
