asked the Minister for Defence if he will state what is the cause of the delay in communicating a decision to Mr. Thomas Kelly, Bennekerry, Carlow, in respect of his application for a military service pension under the Military Service Pensions Act, 1934.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Application for Military Service Pension.
The application of Mr. Thomas Kelly, Bennekerry, Carlow, is at present under investigation by the referee and a decision cannot be conveyed until the investigation has been completed.
Is the Minister aware that this man appeared before the board over three years ago? Is it not possible to complete the investigation within a period of three years?
The evidence made available was not sufficient to enable the referee to come to a decision. The case will be taken at the next session, which is scheduled to take place shortly.