Chapter 14: Jobseeker’s allowance
Basic facts
– Jobseeker’s allowance provides basic financial support for people who are expected to ‘sign on’ for work.
– Full-time students are not normally eligible.
– Part-time students are eligible if they are available for work.
– You do not need to have paid national insurance contributions to qualify, but you might get more money if you have.
– The amount is usually affected by any grant, loan or other income you may have.