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Mon 01 Jan 2010Conrad's story: How in two years he went from full-time work to the streets
CONRAD LEFT his home in the city of Tychy, Poland, in July 2007 to find work in the Republic as a window fitter. He worked for several months before injuring his hand. This setback forced him to give up work and claim welfare.
When he lost his job, he also lost his flat and became homeless. His claim for supplementary welfare allowance was refused in 2008 on the basis that he was not habitually resident in the State. This decision was overturned on appeal and the payments were restored.
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