August 26 is a Bank Holiday, which means some people will receive their scheduled Department for Work and Pension (DWP) benefit payments early. As the cost of living crisis continues, many people will be eager to know when they will get paid so they can schedule and plan for other commitments and bills. Usually, benefit payments are made when offices and phone lines are open. On nationally recognised Bank Holidays when these communication channels are closed, payments are made on the first working day prior to the affected date. The benefits that will possibly be affected are: Attendance Allow…