Resigning from job, illness benefit query

[Michelle Kelly]

I am currently two weeks into my notice period having resigned from work, and unfortunately with a back injury I am now out sick going on illness benefit. When my notice period ends in a few weeks time will the illness benefit also stop? As this is going to delay me getting a new job for an unknown period of time. I tried searching on citizens advice information but could not find the answers. I have to leave my job due to stressful circumstances at work, staying is not an option. Thanks for your help

 

[jim]

Hi Michelle,

Just to clarify - whilst on your notice period you injured your back and are now off work with the back injury (but still on your notice period as well) - is this correct?

Im not sure of the answer to your question. Perhaps if you phone the revenue they will tell you?

 

[Michelle Kelly]

Yes that is correct, I might try revenue thanks

 

[gipimann]

Payment of Illness Benefit is not linked to your remaining in work - it will continue to be paid while you send in medical certificates.

Illness Benefit is paid by Dept of Social Protection, not sure what Revenue have to do with it.