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Pensioner launches High Court challenge to suspension of rent allowance
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Ms Stela Vasile, a pensioner receiving a state pension and rent supplement, has filed a High Court challenge after Social Welfare officials suspended her rent allowance amid an investigation by the Department of Employment Affairs and Social Protection. The investigation began 12 months ago and has not been completed, leading to arrears and a fear of homelessness. Vasile, represented by Fechin McDonagh SC, seeks a court order compelling the Minister to determine the investigation and a declaration that the suspension of her rent supplement is unlawful. She argues the delay is irrational, unreasonable, and breaches fair procedures. While her pension was restored in January, the rent supplement remains suspended. In April her landlord warned of arrears and potential eviction, though he allowed her to stay. Vasile has requested the investigation's outcome or continued rent payments, but has received no response.
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What: Report matter: Pensioner launches High Court challenge to suspension of rent allowance. Procedural stage: hearing_or_decision
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- 2017-12-04 Publication
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