Rent Supplement Scheme Eligibility

Thursday, 24 September 2015

Questions (50)

Bernard Durkan

Question:

50. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Social Protection the reason rent supplement is currently under review in the case of a person (details supplied) in County Kildare; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [32501/15]

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Written answers

Tánaiste and Minister for Social Protection

The client's rate of Rent Supplement has recently been increased as an exceptional measure as this family have extenuating circumstances. The Rent Supplement claim for the client concerned is subject to review as is standard practice for all Rent Supplement claims.