Short-term employment or training
The Department of Social Protection operates a fast-tracking system for people who sign off a jobseeker's payment to take up work for a short period (up to 8 weeks) or to go on a short training course (up to 8 weeks). This ensures that your payment is re-instated without delay. It is important that you inform your local social welfare office in advance that you are taking up work or training. Your
Rent Supplement or
Mortgage Interest Supplement claim can also be suspended for up to 8 weeks.