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ESA > JSA question

betterlatethannever
betterlatethannever Posts: 5,280 Forumite
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edited 13 September 2012 at 11:23AM in Benefits & tax credits
I moved from ESA (SG) in July after finally feeling well enough to get back to work.
I went straight over to JSA.
I was wondering, if i found a job now, would i be entitled to the 'back to work' bonus as i've been on benefits for over 1 year, or does the six months start from the day my JSA claim started?

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  • rogerblack
    rogerblack Posts: 9,446 Forumite
    No.
    This is a reason for seeking work on ESA, (if you stay entiled, of course).
    Unfortunately, you need to have been on JSA (or ESA) for a continuous period.
    Swapping between them does not count.
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