First time claiming jobseekers - can it be done in advance?

underhanded

Hi thanks for all the feedback. Long story, I was actually away from the country for a long period of time unexpectedly, and made the claim when I got back.

A side note, I didn't leave voluntarily per se, I was at a company that downsized considerably, leading to a change in shift patterns and even office relocation, and as I don't drive it meant a change of a 30 minute walk to work to an hour and a forty five minute commute (on certain shift patterns, I wouldn't be able to get home unless I got a £15 taxi). This was discussed at the job centre and it was considered a perfectly legitimate reason for not being able to continue working there.

sammyjammy

underhanded wrote: »

Hi thanks for all the feedback. Long story, I was actually away from the country for a long period of time unexpectedly, and made the claim when I got back.

A side note, I didn't leave voluntarily per se, I was at a company that downsized considerably, leading to a change in shift patterns and even office relocation, and as I don't drive it meant a change of a 30 minute walk to work to an hour and a forty five minute commute (on certain shift patterns, I wouldn't be able to get home unless I got a £15 taxi). This was discussed at the job centre and it was considered a perfectly legitimate reason for not being able to continue working there.

A formal investigation will take place where a formal decision will be made, they will contact your ex employer and ask them why you left as well as taking your reasons into account.