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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