Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 28 September 2023
205. Deputy Paul Kehoe asked the Minister for Social Protection the current status of the contributory pension for a person (details supplied); when a decision can be made on this application; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [41962/23]
View answerThe person concerned reached pension age on 26 December 2022. An application for State Pension (Contributory) was received on the 22 March 2023. The pension was awarded with effect from 26 December 2022 at the maximum weekly rate. The decision issued on 23 September 2023.
The first payment will issue to their nominated financial institution on 29 September 2023. This payment will also include arrears due for the period 26 December 2022 to 28 September 2023.
I hope this clarifies the position for the Deputy.
