22 Properties Available For HAP Recipients in Two Midlands Towns

The Simon Community says the current practice is unsustainable.

There are just 22 properties available to rent in two midlands counties for those who are receiving the housing assistance payment. 

That's the finding of a recent three day survey by the Simon Community which included Athlone and Portlaoise.   

The gap between the maximum HAP payment for a couple and the average rent in the Westmeath town is almost €300.

Head of Communications at the Simon Community, Wayne Stanley, says the current practice is unsustainable:

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