Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 17 November 2004
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Social Welfare Benefits.
309 Mr. McGuinness asked the Minister for Social and Family Affairs if the rent supplement being granted to a person (details supplied) in County Kilkenny will be restored to its full level; and if a decision on the case will be expedited. [29095/04]
View answerThe regulations governing rent supplement stipulate that, in addition to a minimum contribution, currently €13, each recipient is required to contribute towards his or her rent any additional assessable means he or she has over and above the appropriate basic supplementary welfare allowance rate.
The South Eastern Health Board was contacted regarding this case and has advised that, in the course of a routine review, it came to light that the assessable household income of the person concerned was higher than assessed originally for rent supplement purpose. She was notified of the board's intention to withdraw the supplement. On further detailed review, the board has determined that the person concerned has an entitlement to a reduced rent supplement of €15.70 per week. The board is assessing a possible overpayment of rent supplement and is in contact with the person concerned.
