Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 14 March 2013
70. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Social Protection if and when entitlement to old age contributory pension will arise in the case of a person (details supplied) in County Kildare in view of the totality of his eligible contributions to date; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [13562/13]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe Department is unable to provide forecasts to people in relation to their possible future State pension (transition/contributory) entitlements, or to comment on individual pension planning enquiries. The person concerned will not reach pension age until December 2017. He is being forwarded a copy of his PRSI record, which is a full representation of his social insurance contribution record as currently held by the Department, together with a Guide which explains how entitlement to a State pension (transition/contributory) is currently assessed, and which should assist him in calculating his possible future State pension entitlements. The Department’s website www.welfare.ie also provides a comprehensive suite of information in relation to State pension entitlements, including a range of frequently asked questions and answers. In addition, information officers are available in the Department’s local offices who can assist him as required. If the person concerned feels there are any gaps or omissions in his PRSI record, he should contact Client Eligibility Services, Department of Social Protection, Inner Relief Road, Buncrana, Co. Donegal.
