Finian McGrath
Question:182 Deputy Finian McGrath asked the Minister for Social Protection if further assistance is available to a person (details supplied). [6498/11]
View answerTuesday, 5 April 2011
Questions (166, 167)
Written answers
The Health Service Executive has advised that there is no record of an application for rent supplement from the person concerned. If the person concerned wishes to make an application for rent supplement he should contact the local Community Welfare Officer.
Michael Creed
Question:183 Deputy Michael Creed asked the Minister for Social Protection when a person (details supplied) in County Cork will receive a decision on their application for rent allowance; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [6533/11]
View answerA person returning to full-time employment does not qualify for rent supplement unless they have been assessed by the local authority as being eligible for accommodation under the rental accommodation scheme. The Health Service Executive has advised that the person concerned is awaiting such an assessment from the local authority. When this assessment has been completed their entitlement to rent supplement can then be decided.