asked the Minister for Finance if he will state whether he proposes at an early date to grant increased pensions to retired civil servants who are suffering severe hardships due to the rapid increase in the cost of living.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Retired Civil Servants.
Mr. Byrne
I would refer the Deputy to my reply to a similar question on the 13th February, 1952.
Mr. Byrne
Is the Minister aware that the hardships being endured by this class of person have become even greater in recent months and will the Minister not take some action to ease this injustice? The hardships are increasing, but I receive no answer.