asked the Minister for Finance whether he is aware that Denis Regan, Main Street, Thurles, was awarded a disability pension of 10/6 per week in respect of wounds received during the Black and Tan régime; and whether in view of the inadequacy of the award and of the fact that this man is permanently disabled he will consider the advisability of increasing this amount.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Disability Pension Claim (Thurles).
This question should have been addressed to me. Denis Regan was awarded a pension as stated. The award is in accordance with the terms of the Army Pensions Act, 1923, and is based upon the final degree of disablement from which, on medical examination, Mr. Regan was found to be suffering. I regret I have no power to re-open the case.