Bernard Durkan (Kildare North, Fine Gael)
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51. To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Social Protection if an increase in rent support will be arranged for a person (details supplied) in County Kildare; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [35114/15]

Joan Burton (Dublin West, Labour)
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The client's rate of Rent Supplement has recently been increased as an exceptional measure as this family have extenuating circumstances. As this payment is in excess of the maximum limit it will be subject to ongoing review by the Department.

The client concerned is in receipt of their maximum entitlement to Rent Supplement based on their weekly means and family composition.