As the festive season approaches, you’ll likely be eager to plan your Christmas plans and manage your finances. Understanding when you’ll receive your pay over Christmas can help alleviate some of the seasonal stress.
Here, we will cover the Christmas pay dates for NHS staff for the 2024/25 period, ensuring you’re well-prepared for the holidays. Additionally, we’ll answer common questions such as “Is Boxing Day a bank holiday?” and “Is Christmas Day a bank holiday?” to provide you with all the essential information you need.
Highlights
- Is Christmas Day a Bank Holiday?
- Do NHS Outpatients Work on Christmas Day?
- Does NHS Pay Double on Christmas Day?
- Is Boxing Day a Bank Holiday?
- When Do NHS Staff Get Paid This Month?
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Is Christmas Day a Bank Holiday?
Yes, in England, Wales and Northern Ireland, Good Friday and Christmas Day are common law holidays.
Do NHS Outpatients Work on Christmas Day?
While the nation is tucking into its Christmas dinner and relaxing, NHS and healthcare workers are busy supporting those who need it. This means that if you need a trip to A&E, then NHS staff will be working there.
However, any outpatient services, such as the dentist, GP and referral appointments, will not be scheduled on Christmas Day as they won’t be working.
Does NHS Pay Double on Christmas Eve?
Any NHS and healthcare staff working over the festive season are often paid time plus one-half or double time, as it’s a general public holiday. As always, it’s best to check with your line manager about any dates you’re working over the festive period and the rate that shift is paying for.
Is Boxing Day a Bank Holiday?
Boxing Day is on 26th December, the day after Christmas Day. It is a public holiday in the UK and is known as a bank holiday. If Boxing Day falls on a weekend, the bank holiday may be taken a day or two later than the 26th to ensure it occurs on a weekday.
When do NHS staff get paid this month?
NHS staff get paid on the 26th of each calendar month. This date can vary when this falls on a weekend or a bank holiday. For example, if the 26th falls on a Saturday, payday will be the day before – Friday.
NHS pay dates often differ around Christmas, and the NHS December pay date of 2024 usually changes based on area/location.
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