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Going abroad on the dole.

  • 09-09-2009 8:42pm
    #1
    PrinceMax
    Closed Accounts Posts: 129 ✭✭


    I signed on in June of this year. I was briefly off it for a few days in August and since then have been back on again. I have a 5 day trip abroad booked ages ago which I hope to still be able to go on. I'm aware that you can take up to 2 weeks holiday per year. I just have a few questions. Perhaps someone knows.
    Is it per calendar year for everyone? For example, would I be entitled to two weeks this year, or since I'll only be on it for half the year, would I only be entitled to half?
    I'm also applying for many jobs abroad (UK) and have gotten an interview for one. To go for such an interview, I'd need to take 2 days. Assuming, I need to go for more and I exceed the 2 weeks allowed, what would happen? I'd also like to sign off for a month and go do a language course abroad as I think it would increase my prospects of finding work. Would I be able to do that. OR would signing backon upon my return not be guaranteed?
    Anyone who has done any of the above, I would appreciate any advice. I will ask in the office, but it is very hard to get hold of anyone.


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  • #2
    Xiney
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,085 ✭✭✭Xiney


    For the job interview in the UK, you may be able to go without taking holidays if you have proof of having been invited to interview. I don't know for sure but if you ask they may let you.

    Also, afaik, it's 2 weeks per calendar year regardless of when you sign on. Open to correction on this point.


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