Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 5 October 2022
244. Deputy Brendan Griffin asked the Minister for Social Protection if a decision has been made on an application for a State pension (contributory) by a person (details supplied) in County Kerry; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [48969/22]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe person concerned reached pension age on 13 May 2020. Their application for State pension (contributory) was received on 6 September 2022.
According to the records of my Department, they have a total of 1,014 qualifying paid and credited social insurance contributions which equates to a yearly average of 21 contributions. This gives entitlement to standard State Pension (contributory) of €215.70 from 07 March 2022 which is 85% of the maximum rate. They were notified of this decision in writing on 30 September 2022.
The award date of 07 March 2022 allows for the maximum backdating of six months from the date of receipt of the original application.
I hope this clarifies the position for the Deputy.
