Contributions based JSA

katiesimmester

Hi

I'm just wanting a bit of advice. I've recently lost my job; and i'm only entitled to contributions based jsa as i live with my partner however i've had a letter saying i'm not entitled to this as i haven't paid enough NI contributions in 08/09 and 09/10. If i make a claim again in january will they use the tax years 09/10 and 10/11?? I heard this somewhere else but i want to check before i put another claim in and get told i'm not allowed it again!

thanks in advance!

supertomsk

You need to ring up and withdraw your claim from the start.
Then make a new claim on Monday 7 Jan. They change the benefit years the first Sunday in Jan.
You must withdraw the old claim though as it will link otherwise.

sammyjammy

supertomsk wrote: »

You need to ring up and withdraw your claim from the start.
Then make a new claim on Monday 7 Jan. They change the benefit years the first Sunday in Jan.
You must withdraw the old claim though as it will link otherwise.

This is correct, its really important ensure the claim is withdrawn not just closed. Put it in writing, send a copy from two different post offices and get proof of posting (you don't need recorded or anything) and keep a copy of the letter. I'm not suggesting you'll definitely encounter issues when you make a claim in the New Year but better to have the evidence if you need it