asked the Minister for Social Welfare whether a social welfare officer investigates each case where pensioners are entitled to increases under the Social Welfare Act, 1973; and if these cases in turn go before local pension committees.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Pension Increases.
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The answer is "No". Pensions are automatically revised in such cases in my Department and the higher rates are paid without the investigation referred to by the Deputy.