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1.1.I.90 Income support start date (ISSD) (JSP)

Definition

For the purposes of JSP, the income support start date (ISSD) is the date an unemployed (1.1.U.30) person lodges a claim for JSP. The ISSD is used to calculate the date of commencement of the latest claim subject to normal waiting and deferment periods.

Policy reference: SS Guide 3.2.1 JSP - qualification & payability

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