# The Social Security (Claims and Payments) Regulations 1987, Regulation 20: Time of payment: general provision

Extent: E+W+S

Subject to regulations 21 to 26B, benefit shall be paid in accordance with an award as soon as is reasonably practicable after the award has been made.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/1987/1968/regulation/20 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/social-security-claims-and-payments-regulations-1987/regulation-20
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