Questions & Answers
Also read: What is it? Who can get it? Activities Stories
This page gives answers to many common questions about the Activity Agreement. Don't forget, if you want to talk to someone you can contact a keyworker by clicking here.
Commonly asked questions
A To find out who's eligible click here now
Q How will I get get paid? A We will pay it into your bank account
Q What if I don’t have a bank account? A We will help you set up an account
Q I haven't got money to pay for the bus and metro to the Connexions office every week, will you help? A Yes, your Keyworker can give you back money spent on travel fare as long as you keep your tickets
Q Do I have to go to a Connexions office to meet with my Keyworker? A No, your Keyworker can meet you where suits you both i.e. your local town centre
Q How often do i need to meet with my keyworker? A At the least once a week
Q How long can I stay on the Activity Agreement? A 20 weeks
Q I've got a baby and get Income Support, will I get less if I join the Activity Agreement? A No, you could still get upto £30 allowance on top of your Income Support
Q I get Housing Benefit, will it be effected if I join the Activity Agreement? A No, you could still get upto £30 allowance on top of your Housing Benefit
Q Can I receive my weekly allowance in advance? A No, advances in weekly payments are not permitted.
Q What activities will I have to do? A That depends on what you agree with your Keyworker but it can be pretty much anything from trying out some training to sampling a job, please click here
Still got questions? If so a Keyworker will be happy to meet with you and answer them! To contact a Keyworker click here now
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