difference between jsb and jsa

[johnwilliams]

someone working couple days a week what is the difference between jsb and jsa, i dont understand?

 

[Sue Ellen]

http://www.citizensinformation.ie/e...nts/unemployed_people/jobseekers_benefit.html

http://www.citizensinformation.ie/e...e_payments/work_and_jobseekers_allowance.html

 

[Conan]

Jos Seekers Benefit is an entitlement (not means tested), subject to certain conditions. But payable for a max of 9 months.
JS Allowance is means tested.
If you are working part-time (casual) you may still be entitled to a reduced (proportionate) benefit.