John McGuinness (Carlow-Kilkenny, Fianna Fail)
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9. To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Social Protection the reason a disability allowance has not been granted to a person (details supplied); and if rent support will also be approved, as a matter of urgency. [35214/15]

Joan Burton (Dublin West, Labour)
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Disability allowance is in payment to the person concerned at the maximum rate.

The Housing Assistance Payment (HAP) scheme is currently in operation in Kilkenny.

Under this scheme the Local Authority are now responsible for the housing needs and the payments for new rented accommodation and are also responsible for homeless persons in the area. All new applicants are advised to apply to their Local Authority. Rent Supplements for new cases where the HAP is in operation are granted only in exceptional circumstances.