Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 29 November 2022
402. Deputy John McGuinness asked the Minister for Social Protection if the maximum pension benefits including the increase for a qualified adult are now being paid in full to persons (details supplied). [58875/22]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe person concerned is in receipt of State Pension (contributory) and an Increase for Qualified Adult allowance since 28 September 2006.
The State Pension (contributory) awarded was based on a yearly average of 47 contributions. It is paid at the weekly rate of €248.30 plus an additional €10.00 over 80 allowance and the maximum Increase for Qualified Adult allowance of €227.00 per week.
The person concerned received the Autumn Cost of Living Double Payment in October and the €400 Lump Sum Fuel Allowance Payment in November.
I hope this clarifies the position for the Deputy.
