Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 15 February 2023
124. Deputy Brendan Griffin asked the Minister for Social Protection if a decision has been made on an application for a State pension (non-contributory) by a person (details supplied) in County Kerry; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [7710/23]
View answerState pension (non-contributory) is a means-tested payment for people aged 66 and over, habitually residing in the State, who do not qualify for a state pension (contributory), or who only qualify for a reduced rate (contributory) pension based on their social insurance record.
An application for state pension (non-contributory) was received from the person concerned on 4 January 2023. On 16 January 2023, the case was referred to a Social Welfare Inspector to investigate the means of the person for pension eligibility purposes. The Inspector has contacted the person and arranged an interview for Friday 17 February 2023.
The Inspector has been requested to expedite their completion of the investigation. On return of their report, a Deciding Officer will make a determination on the eligibility of the person concerned for state pension (non-contributory) and the person will be notified of the outcome in writing.
I trust this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.
