Rent Supplement Scheme Appeals

Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 21 September 2017

Thursday, 21 September 2017

Questions (233)

Bernard Durkan

Question:

233. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Employment Affairs and Social Protection when her Department will determine that settlement in respect of the sale of the family home due to separation is likely to be deemed dissipated in the case of a person (details supplied); if the person is likely to receive rent support until all the proceeds have been spent; if this is in accordance with the regulations; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [40057/17]

Written answers

Minister for Employment Affairs and Social Protection

The rent supplement claim for the person concerned was disallowed as she failed to provide documentation that would allow an accurate assessment of her entitlement.

As previously stated in PQ Ref No. 32039-17, the person concerned has appealed this decision and her case has been referred to the Appeals Office. The Appeals Office has not yet made a decision on the case.

The appeals process functions independently of my Department and will need to be completed before any further action can be considered.

I trust this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.