Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 6 July 2016
32. Deputy Willie O'Dea asked the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform the progress that has been made in establishing an interdepartmental group, as indicated in correspondence (details supplied), to examine the issue of those who are forced to retire at 65 years of age but are not eligible for a pension until 66 years of age; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18691/16]
View answerLast January the previous Government approved the establishment of an Interdepartmental Working Group to consider policy designed to support fuller working lives. The Group is chaired by an Assistant Secretary from my Department and includes senior representatives from the Departments of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation, Social Protection, Justice, Health and Education.
The Group has examined the relevant issues in detail and has engaged with stakeholders. The report of the Group will be finalised shortly following which it will be submitted for the consideration of Government.
