Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 11 May 2017
154. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Social Protection if, in pursuance of a bilateral arrangement with the UK, he will liaise with the authorities in the UK in the case of a person (details supplied) with particular reference to the person's entitlements arising from contributions in the UK; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22607/17]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe person concerned is currently in receipt of a widow’s contributory pension at €198.50 per week, the maximum rate payable to a person under 66 years of age. She is also in receipt of a fuel allowance payment of €22.50 per week for the fuel season.
The appropriate form will be forwarded to the Department of Work and Pensions in the UK immediately requesting that any entitlement to a UK Pension be assessed for the person concerned. The Department of Work and Pensions will correspond directly with the person concerned regarding their possible entitlements.
I trust this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.
