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Q. I get Rent Supplement for my wife and myself and I hear
that it is to be reduced. Can you tell me by how much?
20.02.12
From 1 January 2012 couples must now pay a minimum of €35 per
week towards their rent. The new minimum contribution by single
tenants is now €30 (an increase of €6 per week).
A couple over 65 with an income equal to or less than the State
Pension (Contributory) for their situation will contribute €35
towards their rent. A couple who both have State Pensions
(Contributory) and no other income will also contribute €35 towards
their rent.
Rent limits were reduced on 1 January 2012 for new claimants. The
new limits will apply to existing claimants when their claims are
reviewed or if they move to new accommodation.
The maximum amount of Rent Supplement varies according to the area
in which you live. You can find out the limits for your area from
the Department of Social Protection representative in your local
health centre, from your local Citizens Information Centre or on
www.citizensinformation.ie .
Note that income from working as a home help for the HSE (Health
Service Executive) will now be taken into account in the means test
for Rent Supplement.
Citizens Information: Buncrana 074 9363496; Carndonagh 074 9373741
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