Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 11 May 2017
150. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Social Protection when rent allowance, which was discontinued on foot of discontinuation of jobseeker's allowance, will be restored in the case of a person (details supplied), the basis on which cessation is vehemently denied; if steps will be taken to restore payments while the case is on appeal; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22599/17]
Amharc ar fhreagraIn line with a review of entitlement to rent supplement, the person concerned was requested on 13/2/17 to provide documentation to the Department confirming her combined household income including verification of income for all residents in her rental property. This documentation is still outstanding. A further request for the relevant documentation was issued to the person concerned on 9/5/17.
On receipt of the requested documentation, the ongoing rate of rent supplement will be reviewed and a decision will issue accordingly.
I trust this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.
