Social Welfare Benefits

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 24 April 2012

Tuesday, 24 April 2012

Ceisteanna (304)

Seán Ó Fearghaíl

Ceist:

396 Deputy Seán Ó Fearghaíl asked the Minister for Social Protection if she will expedite an application for rent supplement in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Kildare; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [19936/12]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Social Protection (Deputy Joan Burton)

The person concerned has recently been awarded rent supplement as per the date on his housing needs assessment from Kildare County Council. The client has been notified of the decision by the Department.