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Benefits whilst having L.i.S.A
Pentregethin_6840
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My son has recently lost his job, but has been told due to his LISA savings amount, he is unable to claim whilst looking for another job. Is this correct?
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Depending on the amount and the benefit claimed yes.
It's treated no differently to any other savings for benefits0 -
He might be able to claim new style JSA if he has had a job for long enough, but that is not much. He would not be able to claim Universal Credit if he’s got too much savings.Credit card 1768
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