{"id":101093,"date":"2025-01-06T11:59:04","date_gmt":"2025-01-06T11:59:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/en.econostrum.info\/uk\/?p=101093"},"modified":"2025-01-06T11:59:07","modified_gmt":"2025-01-06T11:59:07","slug":"dwp-adjustment-benefits-could-save-families","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/en.econostrum.info\/uk\/dwp-adjustment-benefits-could-save-families\/","title":{"rendered":"DWP\u2019s Benefits and Disability Reforms Could Save Families \u00a3812"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The DWP<\/strong> has announced changes to benefit payment schedules and new consultations on disability reforms, offering vital updates for millions relying on financial support. These developments come as households across the UK continue to face mounting cost-of-living pressures, making government assistance more critical than ever.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Benefit Payment Dates in January<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The new year brings adjustments to benefit payment schedules, primarily due to public holidays. These changes aim to ensure beneficiaries receive their funds without unnecessary delays during the festive period.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Changes to January Payments<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The Department for Work and Pensions<\/a> (DWP) has confirmed alterations to benefit payment schedules for January due to the New Year holiday. Payments originally scheduled for January 1 will be made on December 31, while most payments for January 2 will also arrive early. Universal Credit, however, remains unaffected and will be paid as usual.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Benefits Included in the Schedule<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Payments affected by this change include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n