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louise570
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My partner found out yesterday that he has lost his job due to the Coronavirus situation. His boss basically sent a text saying good luck with no help or advice for next steps. He has worked for the company since August 2019. The government has pledged a lot of money to help people, but we have no idea how to access this or where to start looking. He’s already looking for another job, but we’re concerned about our finances in the coming weeks. Can anybody advise please?
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Sorry to hear that.I think for individuals you're expected to apply for the appropriate usual benefits - either new-style JSA or Universal credit, depending on his NI record. You might also be entitled to some Council Tax reduction. The people over on the Benefits board will be able to give some more info, although I think they'll need a bit more from you to give a full answer (are you renting? Are you earning? Do you have savings? Do you have children? )If you have a mortgage, then see what the lender can do - they could offer a mortgage holiday to give a bit of breathing space.Finally, I think your partner could be entitled to one weeks pay in lieu of notice if he hasn't already been given it ?
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The supermarkets seem to be doing huge amounts of recruiting, it may not be the same sort of money that your partner was earning before but it might be more than benefitsMake £2023 in 2023 (#36) £3479.30/£2023
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annabanana82 said:The supermarkets seem to be doing huge amounts of recruiting, it may not be the same sort of money that your partner was earning before but it might be more than benefits0
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birdofafeather said:annabanana82 said:The supermarkets seem to be doing huge amounts of recruiting, it may not be the same sort of money that your partner was earning before but it might be more than benefits0
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