Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 18 January 2024
236. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Social Protection to indicate in the case of persons (details supplied) the current position in respect of the family's most recent application for a State pension; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [2317/24]
View answerState pension non-contributory is a means-tested payment for people aged 66 and over, legally and 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.
A state pension non-contributory application was received from the person concerned on 31 October 2023. Following an investigation by a Social Welfare Inspector, a Deciding Officer disallowed the application as the person concerned failed to fully disclose their means by not providing all the requested information to determine their eligibility. On 4 January 2024, the person was notified in writing of this decision, and of their right to request a review of the decision or to appeal the decision to the independent Social Welfare Appeals Office.
Following the receipt of a letter from the person concerned on 11 January 2024, the Deciding Officer replied in writing, again explaining the reason for their decision and requesting the person to provide the necessary information and documentation in order for their application for state pension non-contributory to be reviewed.
I trust this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.
