Finian McGrath (Dublin North Central, Independent)
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Question 393: To ask the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government the position with regard to the provision of housing for a person (details supplied) in County Clare. [35459/09]

Michael Finneran (Roscommon-South Leitrim, Fianna Fail)
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Under Section 11 of the Housing Act 1988, as amended, the allocation of tenancies in local authority dwellings is entirely a matter for the local authority concerned, in this case Clare County Council. It is solely a matter for local authorities to assess housing applicants, independently of my Department, taking into account factors such as the condition and affordability of existing accommodation, medical and compassionate grounds, etc. The authorities then prioritise the needs of approved applicants. However, my Department has made enquiries with Clare County Council, and the Council has confirmed that it is aware of the circumstances surrounding this particular case and the family's application for appropriate social housing is being considered.