Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 28 January 2014
401. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Social Protection the correct level of rent allowance in view of information supplied in the case of a person (details supplied) in County Kildare; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [3963/14]
View answerAs per changes introduced in Budget 2014, the minimum contribution towards Rent and Mortgage Interest Supplement for couples was increased by €5 per week, from €35 to €40 for new and existing recipients. This equates to a reduction of €21.60 per calendar month to the client in question. These changes align Rent and Mortgage Interest Supplement contributions with Local Authority rents structures.
