Rent Supplement Scheme

Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 12 July 2012

Thursday, 12 July 2012

Questions (148)

Bernard J. Durkan

Question:

150 Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Social Protection if she will consider a slightly higher than average rent support in the case of a person (details supplied) in County Kildare; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [34280/12]

Written answers

Minister for Social Protection (Deputy Joan Burton)

The person concerned has informed the Department that her landlord has agreed to reduce her rent to €540 per month. Rent supplement will be reinstated and back dated on receipt of verification of the reduction in rent.