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Jobseekers benefit and dependent child living arrangements

  • 02-04-2014 6:44pm
    #1
    chicki
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8 ✭


    Apologies if this query has been posted before, I've been unable to find one using the search option.

    I applied today for jobseekers benefit. As part of the application I stated that I have a child dependant but am no longer living with his dad. I am primary carer and hold custody but my son lives 50% of the time with his dad. The lady in the welfare office asked for a letter from me stating this.

    I'm not sure why she asked this as her reply was simply to cover myself. Obviously the dad is reluctant to sign such a note.

    Has anyone come across this before?


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  • #2
    wmpdd3
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 9,625 ✭✭✭wmpdd3


    There's an increase of €29.80 per child that's living with you normally.

    You could be entitled to this, ot half this if the other parent is also claiming a payment.


  • #3
    chicki
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8 ✭chicki


    wmpdd3 wrote: »
    There's an increase of €29.80 per child that's living with you normally.

    You could be entitled to this, ot half this if the other parent is also claiming a payment.

    Thanks for that I was aware of the amount available, Dad isn't in receipt of any payment currently.

    I was just unsure why they needed the letter/note.


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