Rent Supplement Scheme Appeals

Wednesday, 3 October 2012

Questions (111)

Seán Ó Fearghaíl

Question:

111. Deputy Seán Ó Fearghaíl asked the Minister for Social Protection if she will review the amount of rent supplement awarded in respect of persons (details supplied) in County Wicklow; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [42099/12]

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Written answers

Minister for Social Protection (Deputy Joan Burton)

The persons concerned are in shared accommodation and are in receipt of their maximum entitlement to rent supplement. Based on their joint income, their contribution towards rent supplement is €138.70 per month each in accordance with current regulations.