Jan O'Sullivan (Limerick City, Labour)
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The intention is to have a model rent for particular houses. For example, a one-person household would pay a particular amount by way of contribution. A model rent will be set for each category of household in respect of those transferring from rent supplement. I believe this addresses the issue about which the Deputy is concerned, namely, people who cannot access housing because of the cap or cannot afford the amounts they are being asked to pay. Essentially, it is a measure that will address the poverty trap in which people find themselves and the difficulty in some cases of their finding appropriate accommodation within the limits allowed.