So i've gotten called for jury duty

So I was notified just before Christmas that I've been called for Jury duty at the end of January. So normally i'd be interested in going and I do believe it's our civic duty to contribute.

However i was made redundant back in November and funds are tight. Job prospects have picked up as it's after Christmas and I hope to be interviewing etc by the jury dates.

Also you have to pay your own transport in and out and lunches etc unless you get picked for a case so making funds even tighter.

I am sending back the form this week but was wondering would putting this on the section for excusal work? I'd be happy to be reselected in 6 months or so after getting a new job and passing a probation period as to not affect my new employment.

Thanks