Number of tenants claiming tax credit down almost 50% in a year

It was suggested to the Dáil that it could be an 'obligatory part of a new tenancy contract' that information on the tax credit is provided to tenants when new rental rules come into effect on March 1

The rent tax credit allows renters to claim 20% of their rent back for the year. This is capped at €1,000 for an individual or €2,000 for a jointly assessed couple. File photo

The number of people claiming the renters’ tax credit is nearly half of what it was a year ago.

The rent tax credit allows renters to claim 20% of their rent back for the year. This is capped at €1,000 for an individual or €2,000 for a jointly assessed couple.