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Old 30-09-2013, 13:10   #567
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Re: The state benefits system mega-thread. Many merged.

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Originally Posted by Damien View Post
That's a point. If someone is doing proper work during this scheme then shouldn't they be paid for that work rather than receiving benefits?
No. There is no necessary connection between fulfilling legal obligations and getting paid at national minimum wage or better.

You don't get paid for jury service, you don't get paid for attending compulsory schooling, I'm pretty sure I could come up with a longer list without too much effort.
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