Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 11 May 2023
223. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Social Protection the extent to which the adult dependent allowance is outstanding is the case of a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [22345/23]
View answer225. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Social Protection the extent to which the fuel allowance is outstanding is the case of a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [22347/23]
View answerI propose to take Questions Nos. 223 and 225 together.
The person concerned reached pension age on 10 March 2023. An application form for State Pension (contributory) was received on 17 January 2023.
The person concerned was awarded State Pension (contributory) at the maximum weekly rate of €265.30 from 10 March 2023.
The person concerned advised on their State Pension (contributory) application form that they did not wish to apply for an increase for their spouse or for the fuel allowance.
I have arranged for an application form for an increase in respect of their spouse and the fuel allowance to issue to the person concerned. On receipt of the completed application forms, their entitlement will be examined, and they will be notified of the outcome.
I hope this clarifies the position for the Deputy.
