Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 15 December 2022
258. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Social Protection if and when the State pension will be paid in the case of a person (details supplied) who is a vulnerable person; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [62983/22]
Amharc ar fhreagraState pension (non-contributory) is a means-tested payment for people aged 66 and over, habitually residing in the State, who do not qualify for a state pension contributory, or who only qualify for a reduced rate contributory pension based on their social insurance record.
An application for state pension (non-contributory) was received from the person concerned on 4 August 2022. The case was referred to a Social Welfare Inspector to investigate the means of the person concerned.
Following receipt of the Inspector's report and further information requested from the Wards of Court Office, the Deciding Officer has decided the person concerned is entitled to a state pension (non-contributory), at a reduced rate, with effect from 17 June 2022.
Payment of pension and arrears from 17 June 2022 will issue to the person's bank account on 16 December 2022.
A letter issued to the person concerned on 13 December 2022 outlining this decision and offering the right, if dissatisfied with the decision, to request a review or to appeal the decision to the independent Social Welfare Appeals Office.
I hope this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.
