

That’s both hilarious and terrible.
Edit: I just remembered having a similar conversation with someone in my own family. Facepalm. They were fed BS and then eventually penalised for spreading it. Not sure they’re off yet but disillusioned in the wrong direction for sure!
I’m probably not in the same country as you but I’d say absolutely take it. You’re probably in a field where you can do the same thing again. Take the time to set yourself up as a company, get your tax affairs in order and charge everything (appropriate) to expenses and take the extra time to look for your next gig. Worst case you spent the extra time/money finding your next employment.