Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 2 February 2023
343. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Social Protection the progress to date in the determination of an application for the State pension (non-contributory) in the case of a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [5519/23]
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.
The Department has no record of a state pension non-contributory application having been received from the person concerned.
On receipt of a completed application form, together with any necessary supporting documentation, the person's eligibility for state pension non-contributory will be examined and they will be notified in writing of the outcome.
I trust this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.
