Written answers
Thursday, 14 January 2016
Department of Social Protection
Rent Supplement Scheme Applications
Bernard Durkan (Kildare North, Fine Gael)
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88. To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Social Protection if and when rent support will be approved for persons (details supplied) in County Kildare; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [1796/16]
Joan Burton (Dublin West, Labour)
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The rate of Rent Supplement entitlement for the client concerned was recently increased as an exceptional measure due to extenuating family circumstances. As this claim is awarded in excess of the maximum applicable limits, it will be subject to ongoing review by the Department.
Bernard Durkan (Kildare North, Fine Gael)
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89. To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Social Protection if an increase in rent support will be facilitated for a person (details supplied) in County Kildare; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [1798/16]
Joan Burton (Dublin West, Labour)
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The Rent Supplement for the client concerned is currently awarded based on a rent of €1200 per calendar month. The client has been requested to provide up to date payslips prior to 29/1/16. On receipt of same, client’s ongoing entitlement to Rent Supplement can be re-assessed.
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