Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 28 September 2022
50. Deputy Eoin Ó Broin asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage if he will urgently review the 12-month income assessment rule given that it is resulting in applicants being refused social housing support who are clearly in need of such support. [47281/22]
View answerThe overarching principle of social housing support is reflected in the underpinning legislation and the Household Means Policy, the latter being amended last year. The amended policy aims to better reflect the long-term nature of social housing supports and, in doing so, ensure fairness and equity in the system and that those with a continuing long-term need are prioritised.
My Department continues to monitor implementation of the policy and its operation, which will be kept under review.
