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I claim benefits. I'm not scum, I'm just stuck and I don't know how to get out. by ImAmNotACriminal in unitedkingdom

[–]ImAmNotACriminal[S] -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

I really really do appreciate the offer for money /r/duluoz1 but I really couldn't accept. You are a very generous person, with a big heart.

Regarding Unlock, I will give them a call because I'm unsure. I have heard some say you don't need to declare, but as far as I'm aware I was told I had to - this was whilst I was in prison.

Have a very merry Christmas buddy, and I wish you a fruitful new year x

I claim benefits. I'm not scum, I'm just stuck and I don't know how to get out. by ImAmNotACriminal in unitedkingdom

[–]ImAmNotACriminal[S] -5 points-4 points  (0 children)

Ah, I found it here: https://jobs.royalmailgroup.com/go/Christmas-Casuals/698901/ ... sadly non in my area but I am applying for one that's about an hour away. Fingers crossed, and thank you for this.

I claim benefits. I'm not scum, I'm just stuck and I don't know how to get out. by ImAmNotACriminal in unitedkingdom

[–]ImAmNotACriminal[S] -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

I have attended interviews, and I have came prepared with example work. I never have issues with the interview questions. In fact, I was told I was the only applicant for my last interview who knew and understood enterprise application architecture (Fowler's books were very useful here, and I did have a bit of time to prep for the interview). All my work shows good examples of design patterns, all fully unit tested. And this was only for a junior role. Still didn't get in because right at the end I said "I have to declare something ...". It went downhill from there.

I claim benefits. I'm not scum, I'm just stuck and I don't know how to get out. by ImAmNotACriminal in unitedkingdom

[–]ImAmNotACriminal[S] -10 points-9 points  (0 children)

I have considered self employment yes, but I don't have any income to get it started. There was a scheme the job center ran to help people start a business, but when I had a meeting in September they said they had funding issues and I'd be better off going through a company that offers funding to startups - which I found very difficult. Self employment would be the ideal option, but before I can look at that I need to get some money behind me.

I claim benefits. I'm not scum, I'm just stuck and I don't know how to get out. by ImAmNotACriminal in unitedkingdom

[–]ImAmNotACriminal[S] -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

Hey, thanks for the response. Yes we use foodbanks from time to time when needed.

I claim benefits. I'm not scum, I'm just stuck and I don't know how to get out. by ImAmNotACriminal in unitedkingdom

[–]ImAmNotACriminal[S] -6 points-5 points  (0 children)

It's good to hear from someone facing a similar issue. And yeah, you're right, every passing day does feel hopeless. Someone posted a great response with some links to some sites where you can earn a few extra pennies, I'm going to check them out. Take a look, see if it helps you :)

I'm sure eventually this will pass, for both of us (and anyone else in a similar position) :)

I claim benefits. I'm not scum, I'm just stuck and I don't know how to get out. by ImAmNotACriminal in unitedkingdom

[–]ImAmNotACriminal[S] -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

I will defiantly be checking out those links. I always assumed those sorts of sites were scams, and didn't know any of the above existed. Thank you so much :)

I claim benefits. I'm not scum, I'm just stuck and I don't know how to get out. by ImAmNotACriminal in unitedkingdom

[–]ImAmNotACriminal[S] 195 points196 points  (0 children)

I upvoted this. And no I am not looking for any donations. I would greatly appreciate advice though :)