How long do I have to collect job seekers allowance from post office?

Rockerforlife · 2020-03-28 14:44:47

Hello, I have been ill with a stomach bug this week and i wasn't able to get out for 3-4 days and only today feeling better. My job seekers is payed on Thursdays, but now the post office is closed and I won't be able to collect until Monday. Will the payment still be there?, Thank you.

28-03-2020 02:44PM

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Rockerforlife

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Hello, I have been ill with a stomach bug this week and i wasn't able to get out for 3-4 days and only today feeling better. My job seekers is payed on Thursdays, but now the post office is closed and I won't be able to collect until Monday. Will the payment still be there?, Thank you.

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#2 28-03-2020 04:05PM

Cherry Blossom

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I think all payments are now held for 90 days because of covid-19.

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#3 29-03-2020 06:38PM

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3 working days normally

can someone provide the source of where this has been extended please?

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#4 29-03-2020 06:39PM

neonsofa

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dartboardio wrote: »

3 working days normally

can someone provide the source of where this has been extended please?

https://www.gov.ie/en/publication/9c3318-what-to-do-if-you-are-receiving-your-social-welfare-payment-into-the/

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