Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 21 November 2019
254. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Employment Affairs and Social Protection when a contributory pension with adult dependent allowance, including fuel allowance, is likely to issue in the case of a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [48499/19]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe person concerned applied for State pension (contributory) on 4 October 2019 and was awarded maximum rate of pension with effect from 7 November 2019, their 66th birthday. They were notified of this decision on 16 October 2019.
The person applied for the Increase for a qualified adult and fuel allowance with their pension. As these payments are means-tested, additional information regarding means held by the couple (e.g., bank statements) were requested 16 October 2019. The Increase for qualified adult and fuel allowance were subsequently awarded from 7 November 2019. Notification of these decisions together with the arrears due issued to the person concerned on 18 November 2019.
I hope this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.
