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BTWEA - Possible with JSA?

Ompl · 2021-01-07 12:18:34

Has anyone successfully been granted BTWEA without satisfying the 9months period? I've recieved JSA for 3 months but am now ready to start my business. Not expecting a booming trade given the current situation so looking for advice on any supports available while starting. I find it crazy that you need to be in receipt of…

07-01-2021 12:18PM

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Ompl

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Has anyone successfully been granted BTWEA without satisfying the 9months period?
I've recieved JSA for 3 months but am now ready to start my business.
Not expecting a booming trade given the current situation so looking for advice on any supports available while starting.

I find it crazy that you need to be in receipt of the welfare payment for 9 months before qualifying. So essentially, the longer you stay on benefits the more you are rewarded!

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