Here come the self righteous brigade. You've no idea of the original poster's circumstances. Maybe they've put into the system for 30 years, maybe they've scrimped and saved and held every penny back for a break, maybe they've had a massive trauma and need a few days away. Maybe that break is all they need to rejuvenate themselves rather than being caught in a depressing cycle of applying for jobs and not getting anywhere. But yeah, if they've not got a job, let's not give them ANY privileges.

You do SFA yet they give you money on the condition you are supposed to be looking for work. How devious of them to play "games" and suggest that means you must be in the country. They should stamp your passport when you're on JSA. Ungrateful **** like you are going to be the downfall of a system that was put in place to help those in NEED!

Get a holiday form from reception. Aslong as you say you are staying in UK and are still able to look for work, you will still receive JSA. Just find a caravan park address in UK and put that down in address section that's what I done last couple times I been abroad. :stuck_out_tongue:

They want to play games, so can we.

Agreed, not working should equal not having ANY privileges....

It's worse than the redlight district in Amsterdam in that it's all street walkers who will and do approach tourists as opposed to be contained behind windows. Your choice to stay where you like but as I say I would rather pay extra to stay elsewhere.

​Why don't you get a real job?

​Why don't you get a real job then you won't have to claim "JSA" you useless cretin. Your the reason this country is in decline.

Perhaps because I am female and not in the habit of drinking beer but it was so hot and it tasted lush :smiley:

And recent-history is far less vague then recent years? Once again, you describe coverage as vague where others would say they can't find a media outlet without Anti Austerity covered more extensively then any other story since 2009 (I've given a date to ensure you won't say we're being vague again).

We've had coverage of huge Greek protests, protests in Belgium, protests in Canada, protests in London, Union protests in this country. But of course none of those count do they, lets just concentrate on the one out of many that you feel has been shunned. As I said before, there are other stories aswell, but I can't think of a week in the last 6 years where the anti-austerity agenda (and associated protests) havent been front and centre in the media.

I'm talking specifically about one protest. The largest anti-austerity protest in recent history. And no it wasn't covered. Not talking about some vague coverage over protests over a non-specified period of time.

The fact that you guys aren't instantly thinking about the same protest is because it wasn't covered and I've been particular in not naming it to gauge just that very thing.

I don't want to start telling people how to live their life but if I was out of work I wouldn't be looking at holidays I would be walking around knocking on doors asking if any positions available. I was made redundant in 2006 and found a job within 2 days of signing on....which meant I never even got my first payment. I went from being a Manager of a giant retail store to cleaning trains. I just took the first job I could get. Problem is most people are too deluded thinking they are too good to switch to a job like that. I seen it as a platform (no pun intended) to find a job I wanted eventually.

Arrange a "job Interview" in Copenhagen and provide them with the evidence!

I came here for a cheap trip to Copenhagen and ended up reading lectures about JSA.

Never change, HotUKDeals.

I have to disagree. There has been considerable coverage of Anti Cuts protests over recent years. Moreover, politicians, representatives of charities and people in general have been given considerable opportunities to voice their opinions on cuts/austerity on all media outlets. I watch/read several News outlets as well as political programmes and rarely a week passes without a platform given to aforementioned who oppose the cuts/austerity programme.

Yes there are outlets (papers in general) that have a bias to one side or the other. But in fact for the recent proposed cuts to Tax Credits, even outlets that are generally to the right have questioned them. The cuts agenda was all over the news this week. This particular protest got coverage on all outlets, but it had to compete with some other big news stories (Tax credit cuts and the situation in Sharm). Nothing nefarious about it, other protests without such high profile competing stories at the time have dominated coverage.

That's neither ignorant or contrarian, it's an informed opinion that simply differs from your own.




I can agree with this. We should however differentiate between breaking the law because it is necessary to facilitate one to protest and breaking the law unnecessarily. Laws which curb the right of one to protest can be deemed fair game, a curfew for example. Smashing up and burning someones car/home/etc I'm not sure can be justified and likely doesn't serve the cause of the protesters anyway.

Unfortunately there are always idiots that will take the opportunity to join protests for their own ends, rather then the goal of the majority. It's really not any different from hooligans at big sports events or burglars who target people at Christmas. They see an opportunity and take it.

One thing I would say is the most powerful protests are those where the protestors make significant sacrifices. The un-named man that stood in front of the tank, Mandela, Gandhi, civil rights protestors in America that were beaten and killed, ... I'm sorry, but I don't feel that hiding behind a mask serves the current protestors cause. Stand up for what you believe in, show your face, show that you are prepared to face the unjust consequences for your beliefs/cause.

​You clearly didn't read my reply properly. If you could go back to it and address it again, or do you need me to write it in bold for you?

Lovely place but as others say, not cheap. Went there with another couple. Three rounds ie 12 drinks = £150!!!

​Yeah, still paid for by hard working people! And like I said it doesn't have much to do with me other than it would be kind to share these ideas. And by that right, it has absolutely nothing to do with you, so why are you being so MAD?

It's got nothing to do with me, but I'm sure it could help people out. Out if the kindness of their heart maybe they would want to share the ideas, no?

Cheap but just a warning that this hotel is in the red-light district. Which is not the nicest of areas. Hence the price.
Pay a bit extra for a hotel in a nicer area - that's my advice. Square Hotel, near the town hall is my favourite. Used to be a fairly reasonable price but I haven't stayed there in years. Anyway, there's tonnes of other hotels in Copenhagen - away from Istegade.

​The same elsewhere,

Beautiful city and lots to see. It was as expensive as any European city. It's all very walkable also. We had a great time over 3 days 2 nights.

You do SFA for the JSA, it's a handout. A handout the rest of society that's working provides for.

Far from showing gratitude you've jumped on here to advise someone else how to defraud the system. And then further describe that very system that gives you a handout as playing games and being fraudulent. You get money for nothing and you think that's playing games and fraud, LMFAO! You don't know you were born :/ If you think that doesn't demonstrate a lack of gratitude I'd hate to see what you class as ungrateful :/

If you NEED the money, why are you taking risks with it by trying to defraud the system? I know lots of people that NEED their wages or their benefits. They don't generally **** around lying to their employer who pays their wages or the system (funded by their fellow citizens) which gives them a handout. And worse still lying for a sodding holiday :/

And yes we do know you and your attitude towards those that are providing for you. Because you and your busy little fingers hopped on here to elucidate the rest of us. If you don't like what you're hearing, don't post petulant BS about the system and people that put food in your mouth. OR better still don't take the handout.

Cuts protests were given a brief spot on the BBC, and focused on the graffiti. Of course if you search now on Google it will look better. However the biggest complaint by protestors as it was happening was the lack of mainstream coverage. Ignorant and contrarian to suggest otherwise.

You haven't answered my questions. I'll put them to you again.

How does one protest against laws restricting protesting?

How do you square your protestation with lawfulness, when every significant protest that worked in British history had elements of criminality, i.e. Suffragettes, Poll tax protests etc.

These people have no need to answer to you as it has f**k all to do with you. The government decides where our taxes go not you

What on earth has it got to do with you! How rude! You don't know circumstances and he is under no obligation to tell you!

​They actually had quite a bit of coverage actually. If you check the news correctly you'll find the media actually give good airtime to protest.

In addition to that, there's many websites where you can create petitions which after reaching X amounts of signatures actually force the government to review the matter in parliament.

I'm not sure of what you're referring to or why you think you can't protest in this country? It's probably one of the few countries that can actually and do provide police protection for various marches and protests.

And in terms of the elements of criminality you mention - they were part of a protest not just criminality or fraud as aforementioned benefit fraudsters are doing.

That is debatable depending on which laws etc. but if you care that much about said laws, then protest and work in changing those laws as many people do. Especially in this country where people are safe and allowed to protest and lobby

Law isn't ethics/morality/justice/righteousness or anything else, though often some laws have some elements of those. Criminal law especially, obviously.

You could be a lawbreaker and the most morally sound person on the planet.

HEAT purely for the flights.

A cracking deal,BUT my god it's so expensive there.

For the ones saying that they can get money other ways without working, if you can do that then why bother telling the job centre you're unemployed/signing on, then persist to moan about them wanting you at home. Doh.

​Please tell me these ways, people on here could really do with knowing them. Also, how do you feel about enjoying holidays paid for by working people?

​In addition to that, rules are rules and breaking them is a crime, if you really have a problem then protest, lobby, etc. breaking the rules makes you a fraudster/criminal. The rules are only stupid from the perspective you might see them, doesn't make you right

​Also, please tell me the other ways to make money without working, that might really help me out right now!
Although seeing as you're not willing to explain yourself, it sounds like you might be doing something illegal

The government are not the biggest fraudsters. And in all honesty, do you prefer this government to the Russian, Syrian or Chinese or various other governments out there? Get some perspective!

That's true, but giving advice to lie to the job centre - not exactly the mark of a respectable person.

Whys he banned lol

I do much more than SFA I have you know haha.
When did I say I was ungrateful? Who are these people you think are in NEED? Do you know me or know how much I NEED that money to live?
Didn't think you did. Come back and type when you got some facts and then judge.

Get back to topic now, this thread is about Copenhagen not me.
Regards :smiley:

I think you can spend money or budget wherever you go, but people don't always think and go in the first place they see. Also its hard to decide when you are there and walking around, thats why Tripadvisor was suggested. I went to Venice (twice), spent hardly anything and had a great time, even had a beer at a lovely bar on the beach (my treat) ....it deosn't have to cost the earth to be good but who wants to throw money down the drain ??

I was showing that toothpaste isn't 8 quid as you were saying. It's more expensive than Malmo because it's a capital city but there is also more to do here. Malmo is a dump.
However saying that, booze is cheaper here!
Not entirely sure what a local gone is? I'm not a local, I just live here.

Whatever dear. You could show us the same product sold in LIDL but they could still be way more expensive when in waitrose. What I was trying to express is my view, that Copenhagen is very expensive to me when compared with Malmö even equally in the city centre. Unfortunately you are trying to lecture everybody using a local gone. Good luck with that and have a lovely weekend. I am off this topic. For more information about the price index,please refer to a more official source, for example, trip advisor.

She's just trolling now. Colgate 10dkk, that's less than a quid:

https://www.matas.dk/kvinde/hygiejne/mund/tandpasta

That lovely chap is telling you porky.. Better experience it yourself people then you know what I mean :-) enough said for me now.

You do SFA yet they give you money on the condition you are supposed to be looking for work. How devious of them to play "games" and suggest that means you must be in the country. They should stamp your passport when you're on JSA. Ungrateful **** like you are going to be the downfall of a system that was put in place to help those in NEED!

​that rule apply to any turist destination...

Ok, let me say it slowly this time. You can find places that are expensive if you go to the tourist traps. If you are sensible and use Tripadvisor it needn't be. Simple enough for you love? Now run along and stop spreading mis-information.

You are telling the foreigner in a local accent that things are not expensive. If Copenhagen price is as reasonable as what you said, you don't need trip advisor to tell you how to find reasonable places to eat or drink , love

How expensive is bingo?......you get 12 books for 7 quid down my local Gala.

You're my wife now!!!

Aaaaaarrrrrgggghhhhhh...........an impostor! :confused:

This is nonsense. I live in Copenhagen and the prices are nowhere near Norway. Toothpaste is a little more expensive than the UK but not £8. Expect London prices in the centre and you'll spend a fortune in the normal tourist traps but if you use Tripadvisor you can find some great places to eat and drink that aren't too expensive.

​Cos there are many legal ways to profit the dollar other than slaving away for Min Wage. Besides even on benefits I have still been able to afford a holiday every now and then, cos travel these days is cheap.

you just cant fix stupid, and lazy xxxxer! thats how this government spends our tax money

The government are the biggest fraudsters.


There are other ways to making money without working.
I don't feel as though I should explain myself but if the JobCentre didn't have such stupid rules then people wouldn't be forced into breaking them. They treat us like animals and don't take into account the reasons why we ain't in work.


Please understand the facts before judging people and telling me what and what I ain't entitled too.


No they don't want anyone to better themselves.

would they let you look for work in Copenhagen, or are the JSA dinosaurs?

Here come the self righteous brigade. You've no idea of the original poster's circumstances. Maybe they've put into the system for 30 years, maybe they've scrimped and saved and held every penny back for a break, maybe they've had a massive trauma and need a few days away. Maybe that break is all they need to rejuvenate themselves rather than being caught in a depressing cycle of applying for jobs and not getting anywhere. But yeah, if they've not got a job, let's not give them ANY privileges.

Agreed, not working should equal not having ANY privileges....

Stay away from the rip-off pubs on the main pedestrian street (which are still cheaper than central London prices) and find much better places charging more reasonable rates.
http://www.priceoftravel.com/29/denmark/copenhagen-prices?1446824082

I like Copenhagen but there is absolutely nothing hot (freeeeeeeeezing) about it in February!!!!!

Cheap as chips

​so you are basically committing fraud and are now recommending that to other people?

Oh wow. Thank you. Was planning such a trip so this is very good to know.

how are you affording to go on holiday if you're not working?

​how are you affording to go on holiday if you're not working?

i was there last month only for one night as my main destination was aalborg...it was raining that time....i bought city pass for £8....you can buy it from here via their website...they will send you text sms..need to show text in bus...normally in winter season tivoli garden remain closed...check it first...we went to a turkish restaurant £5 buffet...

Bingo. Incredibly expensive. I would recommend that stay in Malmo and only take train to Copenhagen, 20 mins on train, a whole new world. £8 for a toothpaste, cross the border £2. you will experience the difference when you there. Danmark is like another Norway.

Get a holiday form from reception. Aslong as you say you are staying in UK and are still able to look for work, you will still receive JSA. Just find a caravan park address in UK and put that down in address section that's what I done last couple times I been abroad. :stuck_out_tongue:

They want to play games, so can we.

I really want to book but I have to attend the Jobcentre twice a week, so I can't go :disappointed: Last time I went on holiday they cut me off for non attendance.

Went there once but won't return. 20 mins away in Malmö Sweden amazing value for your money. Don't miss it

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Thanks so much

A beautiful city but beware it is amazingly expensive when you are there.

I want to go :smile:

:innocent: Hot! Beautiful city!