Next week, social welfare payments will be adjusted due to a bank holiday, ensuring timely disbursements for recipients. Stay informed!
Galway: There’s a bit of a shake-up coming for social welfare payments next week. With the St Brigid’s Day bank holiday on February 3, banks and post offices will be closed. This means some folks will get their payments a bit earlier than usual.
If you’re expecting a payment on February 3, you’ll likely see it in your account by January 31 or February 1. This also goes for Child Benefit payments, which are usually scheduled for February 4. The early payments are to make sure no one is left waiting because of the holiday.
And it’s not just Child Benefit that’s affected. If you’re due to receive the New Baby Grant on February 4, you can expect that to come early too. This grant, which started this month, gives parents €280 along with the first Child Benefit payment of €140, totaling €420 for new parents.
Just a heads up, the St Brigid’s Day bank holiday is a new addition, so it’s easy to forget. Make sure you’re prepared so you don’t miss out on your payments!
Looking ahead, there are more bank holidays in 2025 that could affect payment schedules. Mark your calendars for March 17, April 21, and a few others. It’s good to stay on top of these dates to avoid any surprises.
For those interested, here are the Child Benefit payment dates for the rest of the year, along with when they might be paid early. Keep an eye on these to stay ahead!
