UK question. How much is unemployment benefit for a week?

Question

I have a job which I intend to keep thanks. There is an article on SKy News saying Unemployment Benefit seekers has increased so was curious.

Answer 1

I do not know, but like you say, keep your job as not enough compared to earnings - and think of the self-esteem factor.

Answer 2

£46 - that's what I learnt in sociology so if it's wrong it's not my fault.

Answer 3

Get a job instead!

Answer 4

£47.50

Answer 5

£56.20 - that's how much I got 3 years ago

Answer 6

£60.50

Answer 7

It's nothing, but people manage to live off it.

I have no idea how though, cos all they do is drink, smoke and watch sky TV.

Answer 8

under 25 is 90 pound a fortnight over 25 its about 110. plus you can get all or some of your rent and council tax paid

:)

Answer 9

Not enough to live on

Answer 10

this should help you

http://www.direct.gov.uk/en/MoneyTaxAndB...

Answer 11

Get a job.

Answer 12

It all depends on how many children you have and if your single. They give you the amount the goverment think you need to live off depending on your status.