Rent Supplement Scheme

Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 12 July 2012

Thursday, 12 July 2012

Ceisteanna (123)

Bernard J. Durkan

Ceist:

123 Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Social Protection the progress to date in the determination of eligibility to rent support in the case of a person (details supplied) in County Kildare; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [34063/12]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Social Protection (Deputy Joan Burton)

The person concerned has been awarded rent supplement from the commencement date of his tenancy. The person concerned is in receipt of his full entitlement to rent supplement based on his household circumstances. All arrears will issue accordingly.