Bernard Durkan (Kildare North, Fine Gael)
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368. To ask the Minister for Social Protection the reason rent allowance has been withdrawn in the case of a person (details supplied) in County Kildare; if it can be reinstated as a matter of urgency; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [49571/13]

Joan Burton (Dublin West, Labour)
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The client’s rent allowance, which is currently in payment, was reviewed on 28th August 2013 to bring it within the maximum limit applicable based on family composition and area of residence. A 12-week period is allowed to reduce rent to the appropriate limit or find alternative accommodation. A reminder outlining the need to adhere to the appropriate rent limit issued from the Department on 12th November 2013. The client must forward evidence outlining what steps have been taken to adhere to the rent limit before the end of November to retain a rent allowance.