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New Style Jobseeker's Allowance (JSA) sanctions - How much will a New Style Jobseeker's Allowance (JSA) sanction be?

New Style Jobseeker's Allowance can be stopped or reduced if you don't follow your Jobseeker's agreement.

Last reviewed 12 March 2026

If you're sanctioned, your JSA will be paid at a reduced (or nil) rate until the sanction period ends. 

The daily reduction rates are:

  • £10.70 if you're under 25
  • £13.60 if you're 25 or over.

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