Ashfield District Council: How often do I get my benefit?

How often do I get my benefit?

When a benefit claim is assessed, the Council decides for what length of time benefit should be paid. This is called the claimants 'Benefit Period' and can be any length from one week up to a maximum of 60 weeks.

It is usually 26 to 52 weeks, at the end of which, the claimant is asked to make a new claim. A Benefit Period may end earlier than originally set if the claimant changes address, ceases to be entitled to Income Support/Job Seekers Allowance (Income Based) or ceases to qualify for benefit for another reason.

An application form to reapply for benefit is sent out at an appropriate time and must be completed and returned by the date indicated on it. Failure to return the form on time will result in the benefit being cancelled.