JSA and temporary work

Fat Tony said:

I'm unemployed > 1 year and might have 2 weeks temporary work coming up? How will this affect my dole and by welfare benefits? If I sign off for the two weeks will I lose the opportunity to avail of back to work schemes etc. as I am hoping to start my own business in the next few months...

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Short-term employment or training

The Department of Social Protection operates a fast-tracking system for people who sign off a jobseeker's payment to take up work for a short period (up to 4 weeks) or to go on a short training course (up to 8 weeks).



This ensures that your payment is re-instated without delay. It is important that you inform your local social welfare office in advance that you are taking up work or training.

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sykes2009 said:

Hi, I am currently in the same predicament. I am due to start temporary work for no more than 2 weeks, However, I have applied for an internship position. How does this affect your eligibility for the internship or starting your own business.

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eastbono said:

This will not affect you eligibility for an internship or back to work enterprise allowance as the claims will link. Its quite possible that your claim will only be payment suspended as the temporary work is only for 2 weeks. You will not have to bring in payslips for the 2 weeks worked as this will have no affect on your means.

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