Social Welfare Benefits.

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 11 November 2008

Tuesday, 11 November 2008

Questions (400)

Bernard J. Durkan

Question:

479 Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Social and Family Affairs the number of persons refused entitlement to an old age pension due to lack of sufficient contributions in the past 12 months; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [40008/08]

Written answers

Minister for Social and Family Affairs (Deputy Mary Hanafin)

It has not been possible to provide the information requested in the time available. The data is currently being compiled and will be forwarded directly to the Deputy when it becomes available.

Question No. 480 answered with Question No. 445.