asked the Minister for Finance whether, in view of the hardships suffered by State pensioners in consequence of the substantial rise in prices since they retired, he will grant an increase to such persons to compensate for the increased cost of living.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - State Pensioners.
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As the matter is one which I promised to consider in connection with the Budget, the Deputy will appreciate that I could not anticipate the decision to be indicated in the Budget Statement.
Can we take it that the Minister is giving it his utmost sympathy?
I do not know whether I can give any more or not.