M Mel84 Registered User Messages 42 28 Feb 2012 #1 Could anyone help me figure out our benefit entitlements please? I am a bit rubbish with this kind of thing. 2 cohabiting adults, 1 on JSA, 1 on JSB with 1 dependant. Renting but not entitled to rent allowance. Thanks
Could anyone help me figure out our benefit entitlements please? I am a bit rubbish with this kind of thing. 2 cohabiting adults, 1 on JSA, 1 on JSB with 1 dependant. Renting but not entitled to rent allowance. Thanks
G gipimann Registered User Messages 5,100 28 Feb 2012 #2 The maximum amount payable to you as a family is the maximum of the JSB rate for 2 adults and one child which is currently €342.60 pw This will be divided between you, although the JSB claimant will probably get a higher share as they will be paid the maximum single rate of €188
The maximum amount payable to you as a family is the maximum of the JSB rate for 2 adults and one child which is currently €342.60 pw This will be divided between you, although the JSB claimant will probably get a higher share as they will be paid the maximum single rate of €188
M Mel84 Registered User Messages 42 28 Feb 2012 #3 Thank you. If one of us was on JSB and the other working full time would we be entitled to FIS or is this for single parent families only?
Thank you. If one of us was on JSB and the other working full time would we be entitled to FIS or is this for single parent families only?
G gipimann Registered User Messages 5,100 29 Feb 2012 #4 You could certainly apply for FIS - it's not just for one-parent families. Entitlement would be based on the hours worked (must be a minimum of 19 per week) and a means assessment.
You could certainly apply for FIS - it's not just for one-parent families. Entitlement would be based on the hours worked (must be a minimum of 19 per week) and a means assessment.