Lay-offs and short-time working
Extra work or claiming benefits
You can take on another job while you鈥檙e laid off or on short-time (unless your contract says you must not).
You should:
- get your employer鈥檚 agreement
- make sure you鈥檙e not working for a competitor
- make sure you鈥檙e available for your original job once the lay-off or short-time ends
Benefits you can claim
You might be able to get Universal Credit or New Style Jobseeker鈥檚 Allowance (or both) while you鈥檙e laid off or on short-time.