Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 22 September 2015
270. Deputy Clare Daly asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Social Protection if her attention has been drawn to the case of a person (details supplied) in County Sligo; the reason her Department has failed to process this case in a speedy and efficient manner; her views that it is acceptable; when a decision is expected; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [31876/15]
View answerThe person concerned applied to the Community Welfare Service (CWS) of the Department of Social Protection in March 2015 for Rent Supplement. This application was refused on the grounds that the property was not deemed fit for purpose and the claimant was not established as residing there. A letter outlining the decision issued to the claimant on 11th May 2015.
The claimant was afforded the opportunity to appeal the decision, however to date no appeal has been made.
The Community Welfare Service will undertake another visit to this property to assess its suitability.
