Hello all! Really need some help. I am currently 20 weeks pregnant and in a full time professional job with good pay. I am single. I’ve just been through getting an IVA as I had debt problems and currently live with my sister but the tenancy ends at the end of May. My job is horrendous and I was signed off with stress last month.
In addition to this I am in consultation with redundancy and will find out next week if it’s me going.
I have spoken to the council around a month ago and they said they can’t help me at the moment as I am currently housed.
I am hoping the council will help me if I am made redundant and at the moment that seems the best option for me.
The problem is, if I am not made redundant I simply can’t afford to live on maternity pay. Also due to joking an Iva it is very unlikely I will be able to private rent through a landlord.
Does anyone know if you can claim income support whilst technically still employed and on maternity?
Also if I resign, will I be entitled to benefits?
Thank you! Xxx