State Pension (Non-Contributory) Applications

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 15 October 2013

Tuesday, 15 October 2013

Questions (123)

Bernard Durkan

Question:

123. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Social Protection the progress to date in respect of an application for non-contributory State pension in the case of a person (details supplied) in County Kildare; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [43052/13]

Written answers

Minister for Social Protection

State pension (non-contributory) is a means-tested scheme. In this specific instance, the person concerned had means exceeding the statutory limit and the person was informed of this decision. If the person is not satisfied with the decision, they appeal it to the Appeals Office.