Rent Supplement Scheme Applications

Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 23 June 2016

Thursday, 23 June 2016

Questions (188)

Bernard Durkan

Question:

188. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Social Protection if and when rent support in line with current rent of €900 per month will be awarded in the case of a person (details supplied); if any increase will be backdated to 1 February 2016 from when the rent was increased from €690 to the current rate; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17881/16]

Written answers

Minister for Social Protection

The client concerned has been requested to provide the Department with up to date documentation regarding the changes to her rate of rent payable. On receipt of same, the claim will be re-assessed with regard to entitlement.

I trust this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.