State Pension (Contributory) Eligibility

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 24 April 2018

Tuesday, 24 April 2018

Ceisteanna (572)

Bernard Durkan

Ceist:

572. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Employment Affairs and Social Protection if stamps earned in the UK for the purpose of a pension can be transferred to Ireland for the purpose of a review for a higher entitlement to State pension, contributory, in the case of a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [17803/18]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Employment Affairs and Social Protection

The person concerned is in receipt of a reduced state pension (contributory) under EU regulations with effect from their 66th birthday, based on their combined Irish full-rate and modified contributions together with their UK contributions. The person concerned has also been awarded a reduced state pension (transition) from their 65th birthday until the date they reached age 66, based on the same social insurance record.

I hope this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.