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Laid off, new job in 1 months time - Can I claim benefits for the month?

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  • nannytone_2
    nannytone_2 Posts: 13,004 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 10,000 Posts Name Dropper Combo Breaker
    if youre going to claim contributions based jsa, be aware that this doesnt necessarily qualify you for free dental treatment.
  • I have claimed over a summer holiday when I had a job to start. I was honest from the start and continued to look for temporary work. It's not unreasonable to think that getting some temporary contracts in catering/admin etc is potentially possible over a month so they allowed me to claim presumably on that basis.
  • merlin68
    merlin68 Posts: 2,405 Forumite
    Also my friend has been waiting six weeks for her money so by the time you get any, you will be working.
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