As June 2025 approaches, there’s good news for benefit recipients—no further bank holidays are expected this month, which means Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) payments are unlikely to face any scheduling disruptions.
While the lack of breaks may mean no long weekends, it brings a consistent flow of benefits and pensions for millions of claimants across the UK.
New Benefit Rates Rolling Out in June
Following the financial year reset in April 2025, some DWP claimants will see updated payment amounts in June. This change impacts those who receive monthly benefits such as Universal Credit.
Why This Happens
If a person’s monthly assessment period ended before April 7, they would have received their May payment based on the old rate.
The new rate only applies from the next full assessment cycle, meaning these claimants will now experience the adjusted rate in June.
Are Benefit Payments Affected by Bank Holidays?
How Payment Timing Works
- Benefits are usually directly deposited into claimants’ bank, credit union, or building society accounts.
- If a payment date falls on a weekend or public holiday, it is generally processed on the preceding working day.
- In Northern Ireland, the Department for Communities manages this process similarly, ensuring payments arrive before any bank holiday.
However, since there are no bank holidays in June 2025, payment dates will proceed as scheduled without interruption.
DWP Benefit Payment Schedule – June 2025
Here’s how often each benefit is typically paid:
| Benefit Type | Payment Frequency |
|---|---|
| Universal Credit | Monthly |
| Attendance Allowance | Every 4 weeks |
| Carer’s Allowance | Weekly in advance or every 4 weeks |
| Child Benefit | Every 4 weeks (weekly for single parents) |
| Disability Living Allowance | Every 4 weeks |
| Employment & Support Allowance | Every 2 weeks |
| Income Support | Every 2 weeks |
| Jobseeker’s Allowance | Every 2 weeks |
| Maternity Allowance | Every 2 or 4 weeks |
| Pension Credit | Every 4 weeks |
| Personal Independence Payment (PIP) | Every 4 weeks |
| Tax Credits | Every 4 weeks or weekly |
What If Your Payment Doesn’t Arrive?
If you don’t receive a payment by the expected date:
- Check your award notice for the listed date.
- Review your bank account for any delays.
- If the payment is missing and the date is accurate, contact the appropriate DWP helpline listed on the official government website.
June 2025 Pension Payments: On Track and On Time
How State Pensions Are Paid
- The State Pension is issued every four weeks, straight into a claimant’s chosen account.
- Payment day depends on the last two digits of your National Insurance (NI) number:
| NI Number Ending | Payment Day |
|---|---|
| 00 to 19 | Monday |
| 20 to 39 | Tuesday |
| 40 to 59 | Wednesday |
| 60 to 79 | Thursday |
| 80 to 99 | Friday |
With no bank holidays scheduled, June’s pension disbursements will follow the regular pattern, and no delays are anticipated.
June 2025 promises a steady and uninterrupted schedule for both DWP benefit and pension payments, thanks to the absence of public holidays.
While some recipients may observe increased payment rates from government adjustments made earlier in the financial year, everyone can expect timely disbursements.
Be sure to monitor your payment schedules, and if any discrepancies arise, contact the relevant authorities promptly to ensure your financial support arrives without issue.
FAQs
What benefit changes should I expect in June 2025?
If your benefit is paid monthly and your last assessment period ended before April 7, you may now receive the new adjusted payment amount in June.
Will any payments be delayed due to holidays in June 2025?
No. There are no bank holidays in June 2025, so payments will be made on their scheduled dates.
What should I do if my benefit or pension payment hasn’t arrived?
Double-check the date on your award letter and your bank account. If the payment is missing, contact the DWP helpline listed on the official site.
