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Glossary · Chapter 8: The labour market and personal finances

a-kassa

Swedish word. In English: unemployment insurance fund

Unemployment insurance fund: an insurance that pays money if you become unemployed, provided you have been a member and worked enough.

Facts about the word

  • Joining an unemployment fund is voluntary, and you pay a fee every month.
  • To receive benefits you must be registered with the Public Employment Service and look for work.
  • Those who are not members of a fund can receive a lower basic benefit.

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The word belongs to Chapter 8: The labour market and personal finances in Sverige i fokus, with the full context and practice questions.

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