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"Just make it clear that it's voluntary work of the good neighbour variety and does not affect your job search or ability to accept work. Good for you for being a good friend and good luck for Tuesday. " Well said and good luck | |||
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"How bizarre, surely you can help someone out without it being classed as work, paid or not " It depends how much time you devote to it. If it affects your ability to accept a job then DWP will class it however they want to. Look at the start of the Poundland case. | |||
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"Explain it to them like you have on here and I'm sure you'll be fine. And props to you for being a decent person..." I have tried to explain it to them over the phone but they want an interview saying this is not acceptable and that they will be contacting the couple im suppose to be working for to get there view too,which because of there health and age I find Appalling and just know how upsetting this will make the old lady in question feel, I havnt mentioned anything too her yet | |||
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"How bizarre, surely you can help someone out without it being classed as work, paid or not It depends how much time you devote to it. If it affects your ability to accept a job then DWP will class it however they want to. Look at the start of the Poundland case." As far as I'm aware, when claiming JSA, you are given an amount of steps that you must fulfill to satisfy their requirements. If you have done that then surely what you do in the rest of your free time shouldn't come into the equation. | |||
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"I am currently out of work, and on a Saturday and sunday morning I go to an old ladies house to rake out and keep there coal fire going for them,fill the coal buckets up etc and make sure there commode is empty and cleaned for the rest of the day.i am away from our house for about 20 minutes, the old lady is a friend of my wife Ali,theyve been friends for years from Bingo,but last year she had a leg amputated and her husband has severe dementia,they get a home help/carer from Monday to Friday but the carer they get dosnt work on a weekend and the husband with dementia is very wary of anyone new or strange coming into there home ,so for the last 9 months ive been going to help them out , I do not get anything or wouldn't dream of being paid for helping ,but have received a letter to say ive been working on a weekend and have to attend an interview on Tuesday to explain the report filed against me " I have heard this story so many times. Think of a new one mate. | |||
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"I am currently out of work, and on a Saturday and sunday morning I go to an old ladies house to rake out and keep there coal fire going for them,fill the coal buckets up etc and make sure there commode is empty and cleaned for the rest of the day.i am away from our house for about 20 minutes, the old lady is a friend of my wife Ali,theyve been friends for years from Bingo,but last year she had a leg amputated and her husband has severe dementia,they get a home help/carer from Monday to Friday but the carer they get dosnt work on a weekend and the husband with dementia is very wary of anyone new or strange coming into there home ,so for the last 9 months ive been going to help them out , I do not get anything or wouldn't dream of being paid for helping ,but have received a letter to say ive been working on a weekend and have to attend an interview on Tuesday to explain the report filed against me I have heard this story so many times. Think of a new one mate." Excuse me? | |||
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"How bizarre, surely you can help someone out without it being classed as work, paid or not It depends how much time you devote to it. If it affects your ability to accept a job then DWP will class it however they want to. Look at the start of the Poundland case. As far as I'm aware, when claiming JSA, you are given an amount of steps that you must fulfill to satisfy their requirements. If you have done that then surely what you do in the rest of your free time shouldn't come into the equation. " I do everything they ask me to do as for job search and I am even going back to my old job in September which they know about | |||
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"Dont take no crap mate. ..........." That attitude get you sanctioned. Go in looking for a fight and, whilst you might win the war, you'll lose a few battles in the meantime and be left without the financial support you presumably need. | |||
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"I have heard this story so many times. Think of a new one mate." Are you for real | |||
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"How bizarre, surely you can help someone out without it being classed as work, paid or not " stupidly not without declaring it is as volentary work its all part of the hoops you have to jump through. Who ever decided to inform though is a sad person in my eyes | |||
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" I have heard this story so many times. Think of a new one mate." Do you beat the amount of goodwill service to others in need that this person offers? If you have constructive advice, then offer it - otherwise, you're seemingly just putting someone down, when they're concerned, and at a low point. | |||
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"How bizarre, surely you can help someone out without it being classed as work, paid or not It depends how much time you devote to it. If it affects your ability to accept a job then DWP will class it however they want to. Look at the start of the Poundland case. As far as I'm aware, when claiming JSA, you are given an amount of steps that you must fulfill to satisfy their requirements. If you have done that then surely what you do in the rest of your free time shouldn't come into the equation. " It does if they think you aren't doing enough. Returning to work in September is not considered a reason to turn down any work offered now. | |||
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"If it was that big of an issue, after whoever reported you( more than likely someone close to you both ) I think they would have gathered their own evidence before they called you in, that's the normal route they take as without it its only hearsay and as in any sort of case very hard to prove" Not so true actually. A friend of mine was reported for working by a malicious and vindictive person who had a personal vendetta against her. Fortunately, she was able to go in and state the person's name, address, phone number and also produce police reports on harassing behaviour. DWP no longer has the resources to trail every report made, so many are brought in for a quick interview. OP, you will be fine and I am sure your neighbour will vouch for you (not that it should be needed). And good on you for being such a good neighbour.... I need my windows done, when you free xx | |||
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"If it was that big of an issue, after whoever reported you( more than likely someone close to you both ) I think they would have gathered their own evidence before they called you in, that's the normal route they take as without it its only hearsay and as in any sort of case very hard to prove Not so true actually. A friend of mine was reported for working by a malicious and vindictive person who had a personal vendetta against her. Fortunately, she was able to go in and state the person's name, address, phone number and also produce police reports on harassing behaviour. DWP no longer has the resources to trail every report made, so many are brought in for a quick interview. OP, you will be fine and I am sure your neighbour will vouch for you (not that it should be needed). And good on you for being such a good neighbour.... I need my windows done, when you free xx" maybe this just pick the meaty cases now then | |||
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"i was called in for an interview due to an anonymous phone call .....sayinng i was living with someone and they told me who i suppose to be living with ....was a very close male friend who lives in kent and i live in yorkshire ...woman admitted to me then ...they dont investigate the claims anymore until after they interviewed the peron who the claim been made against due to how much it costs ...." Your post has made me wonder what happens if someone is reported for having a lot of different male visitors. | |||
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"Dont take no crap mate. We need more people like you willing to help others for free. Good luck " | |||
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"A few tips for you Do not use the words "voluntary work". You have to declare that even if you do not get paid. Tell them you helping a friend out you and your wife have known for years. " Would agree with this, you are being a "good neighbour" not doing "voluntary work" as you have to be working for a charity or statutory body to volunteer! Ive been investigated twice by DWP, IRS AND local council due a "good neighbour" of mine who needs to,get a life! You are helping out and you should be awarded not crusified | |||
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"I am currently out of work, and on a Saturday and sunday morning I go to an old ladies house to rake out and keep there coal fire going for them,fill the coal buckets up etc and make sure there commode is empty and cleaned for the rest of the day.i am away from our house for about 20 minutes, the old lady is a friend of my wife Ali,theyve been friends for years from Bingo,but last year she had a leg amputated and her husband has severe dementia,they get a home help/carer from Monday to Friday but the carer they get dosnt work on a weekend and the husband with dementia is very wary of anyone new or strange coming into there home ,so for the last 9 months ive been going to help them out , I do not get anything or wouldn't dream of being paid for helping ,but have received a letter to say ive been working on a weekend and have to attend an interview on Tuesday to explain the report filed against me " hang on hang on ain't it long back since you had problems with your neighbours who have since been evicted, now I wonder who shopped you | |||
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"I am currently out of work, and on a Saturday and sunday morning I go to an old ladies house to rake out and keep there coal fire going for them,fill the coal buckets up etc and make sure there commode is empty and cleaned for the rest of the day.i am away from our house for about 20 minutes, the old lady is a friend of my wife Ali,theyve been friends for years from Bingo,but last year she had a leg amputated and her husband has severe dementia,they get a home help/carer from Monday to Friday but the carer they get dosnt work on a weekend and the husband with dementia is very wary of anyone new or strange coming into there home ,so for the last 9 months ive been going to help them out , I do not get anything or wouldn't dream of being paid for helping ,but have received a letter to say ive been working on a weekend and have to attend an interview on Tuesday to explain the report filed against me hang on hang on ain't it long back since you had problems with your neighbours who have since been evicted, now I wonder who shopped you " well it is my number 1 suspect | |||
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"Oh no! Shouldn't take too much explaining tho that you are being a friendly neighbour and not there long x" | |||
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"Hi again,,Just an update to say everything went great at the interview today,they have accepted everything I told them and im fine to continue to help out the wifes elderly friends in the way I have been doing,Thanks to everyone who gave advice and commented on the thread " Great news! Common sense prevailed! | |||
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"Good Luck in your interview xxxx " Keep up at the back ... | |||
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"Hi again,,Just an update to say everything went great at the interview today,they have accepted everything I told them and im fine to continue to help out the wifes elderly friends in the way I have been doing,Thanks to everyone who gave advice and commented on the thread " Good news. Some people just like to cause trouble for others. I'm glad they saw sense. | |||
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"Phew, you can get back to work now, the extra 20 quid comes in handy " she did offer me an apple once | |||
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"Hi again,,Just an update to say everything went great at the interview today,they have accepted everything I told them and im fine to continue to help out the wifes elderly friends in the way I have been doing,Thanks to everyone who gave advice and commented on the thread " Brilliant! X | |||
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"Hi again,,Just an update to say everything went great at the interview today,they have accepted everything I told them and im fine to continue to help out the wifes elderly friends in the way I have been doing,Thanks to everyone who gave advice and commented on the thread " good new now come on how much does she pay you, your secret safe with us | |||
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"Good Luck in your interview xxxx Keep up at the back ... " I can't I am poorly lol | |||
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"Good Luck in your interview xxxx Keep up at the back ... I can't I am poorly lol " It's no excuse..... | |||
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"Good Luck in your interview xxxx Keep up at the back ... I can't I am poorly lol It's no excuse..... " its the best one I can think of at the moment ............ I'll work on it lol | |||
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"Hi again,,Just an update to say everything went great at the interview today,they have accepted everything I told them and im fine to continue to help out the wifes elderly friends in the way I have been doing,Thanks to everyone who gave advice and commented on the thread good new now come on how much does she pay you, your secret safe with us " a bag of werthers originals,and a tube of heat rub | |||
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"ALIMARK... great result and deserved. Xxx " thank you xx | |||
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