Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 9 October 2012
362. Deputy Joe Higgins asked the Minister for Social Protection if she will examine the case of persons (details supplied) in Dublin 15 who will shortly face homelessness in view of the fact that they cannot find a new home in their locality within their newly allocated rent allowance cap and their landlord will not reduce the rent to the amount requested. [43229/12]
View answerThe person concerned is currently paying monthly rent of €900 for his family’s accommodation. In line with the relevant legislation the person concerned was informed on 1st October 2012 that he should negotiate to have her rent payable reduced to €775 per month which is the rent limit for the family size as set out in legislation. The person concerned has been advised that he has until 31st December 2012 to either negotiate a reduction in his rent or to find alternative accommodation.
